inconvenient

[ˌɪnkənˈviːniənt]

inconvenient Definition

• 1. causing trouble, difficulties, or discomfort
• 2. not convenient

Using inconvenient: Examples

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

• Example

  The timing of the meeting is inconvenient for me.

• Example

  It's inconvenient to have to wait in line for so long.

• Example

  The lack of parking spaces is very inconvenient.

• Example

  The hotel's location is inconvenient for sightseeing.

inconvenient Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for inconvenient

• troublesome
• annoying
• bothersome
• uncomfortable
• awkward

Antonyms for inconvenient

• convenient
• suitable
• advantageous

Phrases with inconvenient

• inconvenient truth

  an unpleasant fact that is difficult to accept or acknowledge

  Example

  The documentary exposed an inconvenient truth about the company's environmental practices.

• inconvenient time

  a time that is not suitable or convenient for a particular activity or event

  Example

  I'm sorry, but this is an inconvenient time for me to talk. Can we schedule a call for later?

• inconvenient location

  a place that is not easily accessible or is far from other places of interest

  Example

  The office is in an inconvenient location, making it difficult for employees to commute.

Origins of inconvenient

from Latin 'in-' meaning 'not' and 'convenientem' meaning 'fitting, suitable'

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Summary: inconvenient in Brief

The term 'inconvenient' [ˌɪnkənˈviːniənt] refers to something that causes trouble, difficulty, or discomfort, or is not convenient. It can be used to describe situations like waiting in line for too long or a location that is difficult to access. The phrase 'inconvenient truth' refers to an unpleasant fact that is difficult to accept, while 'inconvenient time' refers to a time that is not suitable for a particular activity.