inconvenience

[ˌɪnkənˈviːniəns]

inconvenience Definition

a situation that causes trouble, delay, or discomfort.

Using inconvenience: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "inconvenience" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I'm sorry for the inconvenience, but the store will be closed today.

  • Example

    The delay caused a lot of inconvenience for the passengers.

  • Example

    The construction work is causing a lot of inconvenience for the residents.

  • Example

    The power outage was a major inconvenience for the entire neighborhood.

inconvenience Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for inconvenience

Phrases with inconvenience

  • to cause trouble, delay, or discomfort to someone

    Example

    I don't want to inconvenience you, but could you please pick me up from the airport?

  • a small or insignificant trouble or difficulty

    Example

    The delay was just a minor inconvenience and didn't cause any major problems.

  • a humorous play on words, referring to a convenience store that is particularly inconvenient due to its location or other factors

    Example

    The gas station on the highway is more of an inconvenience store than a convenience store, since it's so hard to get to.

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Summary: inconvenience in Brief

The term 'inconvenience' [ˌɪnkənˈviːniəns] refers to a situation that causes trouble, delay, or discomfort. It can range from minor troubles to significant disruptions, as in 'The delay caused a lot of inconvenience for the passengers.' The phrase 'to inconvenience someone' means to cause trouble or delay, while 'minor inconvenience' refers to a small or insignificant trouble. 'Inconvenience store' is a humorous play on words, referring to a particularly inconvenient convenience store.

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