inclement

[ in-klem-uhnt ]

adjective

1. (of the weather, the elements, etc.) severe, rough, or harsh; stormy.
2. not kind or merciful.

inclement

/ ɪnˈklɛmənt /

adjective

1. (of weather) stormy, severe, or tempestuous
2. harsh, severe, or merciless

Derived Forms

• inˈclemently, adverb
• inˈclemency, noun

Other Words From

• in·clemen·cy in·clement·ness noun
• in·clement·ly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of inclement¹

1615–25; < Latin inclēment-, equivalent to in- in- ³ + clēment- (stem of clēmēns ) clement

Example Sentences

“Unfortunately the likelihood of someone surviving that kind of inclement weather for days on end is slim.”

From Los Angeles Times

He got sick with a cold that led to pneumonia after delivering an exceptionally long inaugural address in inclement weather.

From Los Angeles Times

AP also first reported the news that she had prerecorded her number, which was then played during the live broadcast, due to the inclement weather in the French capital.

From Los Angeles Times

People living in the northern hemisphere will be able to see the Perseids regardless of where they set up camp, barring any inclement weather.

From Los Angeles Times

Many of the best examples are found in areas that are hotbeds for inclement weather.

From Salon