Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

inconvenient

[in-kuhn-veen-yuhnt] / ˌɪn kənˈvin yənt /


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

"This whole thing is a package. We can't explore deeper unless we are doing a few things that are inconvenient, unless we're making a few sacrifices, unless we're taking a few risks," she said.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

"We can't explore deeper unless we are doing a few things that are inconvenient, unless we're making a few sacrifices, unless we're taking a few risks. And those things are all worth it," she said.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

But OpenAI already stands accused of suppressing inconvenient internal research about the impact of its products.

From Slate • Apr. 7, 2026

They are binding promises—and they must be honored, especially when doing so is inconvenient.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 13, 2026

“It is a very inconvenient situation, to be sure. But the workmen have been trying their best, and surely that is all one can ask of them.”

From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood




Vocabulary lists containing inconvenient