inconvenience
Translation
trouble, bother, annoyance, nuisance
Examples
We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
We apologize for any inconvenience caused.
It's a minor inconvenience, nothing serious.
It's a minor inconvenience, nothing serious.
Grammar Patterns
((uncountable)) trouble or problems We apologize for any inconvenience caused.
((countable)) something that causes trouble or problems It's a minor inconvenience, nothing serious.
Similar Words
Synonyms: trouble, bother, nuisance; Antonyms: convenience, advantage
Etymology
From the prefix 'in-' (not) + 'convenience'. Literally means 'not convenient'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as the state of something being 'not convenient'. It's the problem or trouble itself.