patience

[1]	tolerance , forbearance , longanimity , forbearance , restraint , toleration , sufferance , leniency , submission , resignation , self-control , imperturbability , even temper , unflappability , composure , calmness , serenity , equanimity
[2]	diligence , solitaire , tenacity , doggedness , indefatigability , endurance , assiduity , perseverance , constancy , persistence , steadfastness , pertinacity , determination , resolve , resolution , firmness , stoicism , fortitude , (Colloq) (US) stick-to-it-iveness