Convenience

Definition

Convenience refers to the state of being able to proceed with something easily and with little effort. It is associated with actions, tools, or conditions that make tasks or activities more efficient and comfortable, saving time and reducing discomfort or difficulty.

Parts of Speech

• Noun

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /kənˈviːniəns/
• Respelling: kuhn-VEE-nee-uhns

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /kənˈviːniəns/
• Respelling: kuhn-VEE-nee-uhns

The pronunciation of "convenience" is the same in both American and British English.

Etymology

The word "convenience" comes from the Latin word "convenientia," meaning "agreement" or "suitability," derived from "convenire," meaning "to come together" or "to agree." The term entered Middle English in the 14th century, retaining its meaning of something that is suitable or beneficial in terms of ease or comfort.

Derivatives

• Convenient (adjective)
• Conveniently (adverb)
• Inconvenience (noun)
• Inconvenient (adjective)
• Convenienced (adjective)

Synonyms

• Ease
• Comfort
• Benefit

Antonyms

• Inconvenience
• Difficulty
• Discomfort

Usage

The word "convenience" is commonly used in both personal and professional contexts to describe tools, conditions, or actions that make tasks or activities easier and more efficient. Convenience is often associated with modern technologies and innovations designed to save time and reduce effort, such as convenience stores, mobile apps, or household appliances. In a broader sense, convenience can refer to anything that makes life easier or more comfortable.

Related Terms

• Efficiency: The ability to accomplish a task with minimal effort, time, or resources.
• Accessibility: The quality of being easy to reach or use.
• Usability: The ease with which a tool, system, or product can be used to achieve a goal.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• The quality of being convenient or easy to use: Refers to the state or condition of something being easy or efficient to access or utilize.
  • Example: "The convenience of online shopping allows customers to purchase items without leaving their homes."
• A thing that adds to comfort or saves time and effort: Describes tools, services, or devices that make life easier.
  • Example: "Microwaves are a modern convenience in many households."