1. A person who requires medical care
2. One that is acted upon
Malade.
ETYM French, from Latin patiens, -entis, p. pr. of pati to suffer. Related to Pathos, Passion.
1. Enduring trying circumstances with even temper or characterized by such endurance.
2. Enduring without protest or complaint.
Persévérant.
Persévérant.