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convenient definition

con·ven·ient (-yənt)

adjective

  1. adding to one's comfort; easy to do, use, or get to; causing little trouble or work; handy
  2. easily accessible (to); near (to)
  3. Obsolete appropriate; suitable

Etymology: ME < L conveniens, prp. of convenire, convene

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convenient Synonyms

convenient

modif.

  1. Serving one's convenience

    ready, favorable, suitable, adapted, available, fitted, suited, adaptable, commodious, roomy, well-arranged, well-suited, well-planned, agreeable, acceptable, useful, serviceable, handy, helpful, expedient, assisting, aiding, beneficial, accommodating, advantageous, conducive, comfortable, opportune, timely, seasonable, timesaving, labor-saving; see also available, fit 1, 2, helpful 1, timely.

    Antonyms disturbing*, unserviceable, disadvantageous. *

  2. Near

    handy, accessible, nearby, at hand, ready to hand, close, close by, near at hand, central, easy to reach, within reach, readily arrived at, nigh, adjacent, adjoining, next door, around the corner, in the neighborhood, within walking distance, on hand, at one's elbow, at one's fingertips*; see also available, near 1.

    Antonyms far, distant*, inaccessible.


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convenient Usage Examples

Preposition: for

  • amenity: The Location The accommodation is extremely convenient for all local amenities.

Infinitive complement

  • carry: Internet based, check the weather etc. Very compacted ( 88 grams ) hence convenient to carry around.

Modifies a noun

  • location: The convenient location, nearby to the city wall, offers ideal access to tourist attractions.

Modifying Another Word

  • mutually: Please book well in advance to ensure a mutually convenient time.

Used with adjective complement

  • seem: The_Oldie Jan 1 2006, 06:39 PM QUOTE(stripycat @ Jan 1 2006, 06:30 PM ) That seems rather convenient.
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