Definition

Not easy to deal with or causing problems; something that makes things more difficult or troublesome.

Example

The road closure was inconvenient for many drivers.

Conversation

I can't believe we have a meeting next Tuesday.

Yeah, that day is really inconvenient for me too.

I wish they could have scheduled it for another time.

Same here, it just complicates everything for us.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Inconvenient → It is formed from "in-" (meaning not) and "convenient" (from Latin "conveniens", meaning suitable or fitting). The word "inconvenient" means not suitable or causing difficulty.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('in-') being added to 'suitable' ('convenient') — that's why inconvenient means something that is not suitable or causes trouble.

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