inconvenience

noun verb

Stress: third syllable

Syllables: in-con-ve-ni-ence (5)
English Definition

Trouble or difficulty caused to one's personal comfort or plans.

Example Sentence

We are sorry for the temporary inconvenience.

US IPA /ˌɪnkənˈviːniəns/
UK IPA /ˌɪnkənˈviːniəns/

Synonyms

trouble difficulty bother nuisance hassle

Antonyms

convenience advantage benefit