Convenience
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /kənˈviːnɪəns/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Convenience is a noun meaning The quality of being convenient.
Meaning
The quality of being convenient.
More Meanings
- Any object that makes life more convenient; a helpful item.
- A convenient time.
- To make convenient.
- (chiefly British) Ellipsis of public convenience (“a public lavatory”).
Example Sentences
Fast food is popular because of its cost and convenience.
We will come over and begin the work at your convenience.
A pair of spectacles[…] and several other little conveniences.
Thus first Necessity invented stools, / Convenience next suggested elbow-chairs[…]
Word Forms
- conveniences
- conveniencing
- convenienced
Synonyms for convenience
Depending on context, synonyms include amenity, bathroom, latrine, necessarium, toilet, toilet room.
Antonyms for convenience
Common opposites include inconvenience.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include widget, gizmo, gadget, contraption, contrivance, appliance.
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