inconvenience

//ˌɪnkənˈviːniəns//
B2Frequency Level 11Neutral
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Noun

inconvenienceSingular
inconveniencesPlural
1

The state or quality of being inconvenient; trouble or difficulty caused to one's personal requirements or comfort.

We apologize for any inconvenience caused by the delay.

2

A thing that causes trouble, difficulty, or discomfort.

The lack of parking is a major inconvenience for visitors.

Verb

inconvenienceInfinitive
inconveniencePresent tense
inconveniencedPast tense
inconveniencedPast participle
inconveniencingPresent participle
inconveniencesThird-person singular
1

To cause trouble or difficulty to someone; to put someone to inconvenience.

I'm sorry to inconvenience you, but could you wait a few more minutes?