inconvenience

[in-kuhn-veen-yuhns]

noun

1. the quality or state of being inconvenient.

2. an inconvenient circumstance or thing; something that causes discomfort, trouble, etc.

verb (used with object)

inconvenienced, inconveniencing 

1. to put to inconvenience or trouble; incommode.

   He inconvenienced everyone by his constant telephoning.

inconvenience

/ ˌɪnkənˈviːnjəns, -ˈviːnɪəns /

noun

1. the state or quality of being inconvenient

2. something inconvenient; a hindrance, trouble, or difficulty

verb

1. (tr) to cause inconvenience to; trouble or harass

Other Word Forms

• uninconvenienced adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of inconvenience¹

First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English word from Late Latin word inconvenientia. See in- ³, convenience

Example Sentences

“The inconvenience is worth it,” Badame said, taking in the view of the sparkling Pacific, looking past his massive propane tank that sits just off their warped street.

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She later apologized to her security detail, secretaries and driver for inconveniencing them by starting at such an early hour.

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Autumn’s place is so great that it’s my go-to spot whenever I’m even mildly inconvenienced.

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“A minor inconvenience. As chairman, it is well within my powers to appoint a new trustee. Fortunately, we have a perfect candidate right here. I appoint Lady Constance Ashton.”

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"The government must not veer down the path of viewing nature as an inconvenience or blocker to housebuilding," the report said.

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Related Words

• aggravation 
• annoyance 
• difficulty 
• disadvantage 
• disruption 
• disturbance 
• drawback 
• hindrance 
• pain