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Definition of inconvenience

inconvenience

/ˌɪnkənˈviːnjəns/
in · con · ven · ience
Adverb:inconveniently
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Plural:inconveniences
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Adjective:inconvenient
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Past Simple:inconvenienced
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Past Participle:inconvenienced
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Present Participle:inconveniencing
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inconvenience Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The state or fact of being troublesome, difficult, or poorly suited to one's comfort, plans, or needs.

Example

"We apologize for any inconvenience caused by the unexpected train delays this morning."

2

A specific circumstance, obstacle, or thing that causes trouble, delay, or minor difficulty.

Example

"Having to walk three blocks in the rain was only a minor inconvenience."

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• verb

1

To cause trouble, difficulty, or minor disruption to someone.

Example

"I hope our late arrival did not inconvenience your family too much."

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• Rhymes for inconvenience

• Nearby Words

incontinent
incontrovertible
incontrovertibly
inconvenience
inconvenient
inconveniently
incorporate

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in Middle English from Old French 'inconvenience', from Late Latin 'inconvenientia' (meaning 'inconsistency' or 'unsuitability'), formed from 'in-' ('not') and 'convenient-' ('coming together' or 'fitting').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Inconvenience. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/inconvenience
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