Synonyms for

Inconvenient

Verb / ˌɪnkʌˈnvi:njʌnt / Another word for inconvenient — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

causing trouble, difficulties, or discomfort

Synonyms & similar words

convenient troublesome annoying bothersome difficult uncomfortable awkward burdensome challenging demanding exasperating frustrating irritating tedious thorny tricky unmanageable unwieldy burdensome cumbersome onerous

Synonyms by register

Formal

troublesome burdensome onerous difficult

Informal

a pain a hassle a bother awkward

Literary

vexatious discommodious

Antonyms

convenient handy easy suitable practical accessible

Common collocations

  • very inconvenient
  • inconvenient truth
  • inconveniently located
  • inconveniently timed
  • inconvenient for
  • inconvenient to
  • inconvenient circumstances

Word family

noun inconvenience
adverb inconveniently

Usage note

Often used to describe situations, times, or locations that cause difficulty or trouble. Avoid using it for personal feelings; 'uncomfortable' is more appropriate in that context.

Example sentences

  1. It is inconvenient to have to walk in the rain.
  2. It is inconvenient to have to wake up early on the weekends.
  3. It is inconvenient when the power goes out.
  4. It is inconvenient when the internet is down.
  5. It is inconvenient when you forget your keys.

Quotes

  • “Life is a long road with a lot of signs. So when you riding through the ruts, don't complicate your mind. Flee from hate, mischief and jealousy. Don't bury your thoughts, put your vision to reality. Wake Up and Live!” - Bob Marley
  • “The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall.” - Nelson Mandela
  • “I can't give you a sure-fire formula for success, but I can give you a formula for failure: try to please everybody all the time.” - Herbert Bayard Swope

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