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Inconvenient Definition & Meaning

inconvenient
adjective
  1. not suited to your comfort, purpose or needs; "it is inconvenient not to have a telephone in the kitchen"; "the back hall is an inconvenient place for the telephone"
  2. not conveniently timed; "an early departure is inconvenient for us"

"Inconvenient" in song lyrics

See how inconvenient is used in real songs:

  • "And anyway, faith is so inconvenient"
    Ugly Duckling — I Want to Believe
  • "al gore inconvenient"
    AOL — AOL

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Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "inconvenient" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for inconvenient to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does inconvenient mean?
not suited to your comfort, purpose or needs; "it is inconvenient not to have a telephone in the kitchen"; "the back hall is an inconvenient place for the telephone" not conveniently timed; "an early departure is inconvenient for us"
What part of speech is inconvenient?
Inconvenient is an adjective.
How many definitions does inconvenient have?
Inconvenient has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).

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