inconvenient

in-con-ven-ient · adjective

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Definitions

adjective

  1. 1.

    Causing trouble, difficulties, or discomfort.

  2. 2.

    Not occurring at a good or suitable time.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    inconvenient truth — an uncomfortable fact that people prefer to ignore
  • •
    at an inconvenient time — at a bad moment

Related words

Antonyms: convenient, handy, opportune
See also: awkward, convenient, inconvenience
Synonyms: awkward, inopportune, troublesome, untimely

Etymology

From Latin inconveniens, from in- ("not") + conveniens, present participle of convenire ("to come together, be suitable").