Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

inconvenience

noun
ˌɪn.kənˈviː.ni.əns
Definition
The state of being inconvenient; an obstruction or difficulty.
Examples
  • The construction work caused a great inconvenience to the residents.
  • I apologize for the inconvenience; I didn’t mean to interrupt your meeting.
  • Traveling during peak hours often leads to inconvenience.
Meaning
An inconvenience refers to anything that causes discomfort, trouble, or a difficulty in doing something.
Synonyms
  • discomfort
  • trouble
  • nuisance
  • difficulty
  • bother