Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
inconvenience
noun
ˌɪn.kənˈviː.ni.əns
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Definition
The state of being inconvenient; an obstruction or difficulty.
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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.
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Meaning
An inconvenience refers to anything that causes discomfort, trouble, or a difficulty in doing something.
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Synonyms
- discomfort
- trouble
- nuisance
- difficulty
- bother