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)

, in·con·ven·ienced, in·con·ven·ienc·ing.

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 Words From

• unin·con·venienced 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

In a statement the school apologised "for any inconvenience caused by this external issue, but safeguarding our children is our number one priority".

From BBC

"We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding and cooperation."

From BBC

It means the fact United need a couple of days to secure his work visa is not too much of an inconvenience.

From BBC

Now that her service only runs once every two hours, she feels she sometimes has to find alternatives because of the inconvenience.

From BBC

Nevertheless, the twice-annual changing of the clocks is generally unpopular, with complaints including that it causes confusion, inconvenience, health risks, car crashes and sleep disruptions.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• aggravate
• disrupt
• disturb
• irk