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

This may sound like temporary inconveniences, since Congress will eventually approve back pay, but consider the economic disruption in the meantime from missed mortgage payments, damaged credit scores, and canceled travel.

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Even lifelong supporters began to complain when the noise and inconvenience of the construction became a little much.

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No longer an inconvenience or a barrier between you and what you really want to get to, queuing is becoming an activity in itself.

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"We sincerely apologise to our customers for any inconvenience caused," said FamilyMart, adding that it is working with Asahi to resume the sale of the products.

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Given how far the airport is, its location could be a significant inconvenience to passengers - both when taking flights to and from NMIA, and especially when using it for connecting flights.

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Related Words

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