Convenient — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /kən-ˈvēn-yənt/ con·ve·nient

Meaning & Definition of Convenient

Convenient (adjective)

  1. suited to personal comfort or to easy performance
  2. suited to a particular situation
  3. affording accommodation or advantage

Convenient (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. situated within easy reach

    "the shopping mall is convenient to all of the area's major highways"

    similar: accessible, handy, reachable, at hand, to hand
    related: close, near, nearby, nigh, abutting, adjacent, adjoining, approachable, attainable, getatable, obtainable, ultraconvenient
    opposite: inaccessible, inconvenient, unhandy, unreachable, untouchable
    near: away, distant, far, faraway, far-off, remote, removed, unapproachable, unattainable, unavailable, unobtainable

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Convenient

The most common words with a similar meaning to Convenient:

accessible, handy, reachable, at hand, to hand

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Convenient

Words with the opposite meaning of Convenient:

inaccessible, inconvenient, unhandy, unreachable, untouchable

Related Words for Convenient

close, near, nearby, nigh, abutting, adjacent, adjoining, approachable, attainable, getatable, obtainable, ultraconvenient

Near Antonyms of Convenient

away, distant, far, faraway, far-off, remote, removed, unapproachable, unattainable, unavailable, unobtainable

Word Forms of Convenient

Derived words: conveniently (adverb)

Origin & Etymology of Convenient

Middle English, from Latin convenient-, conveniens, from present participle of convenire to assemble, come together, be suitable, from com- + venire to come come

First known use: 14th century

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Frequently Asked Questions about Convenient

What does "Convenient" mean?

"Convenient" means suited to personal comfort or to easy performance. As an adjective, it is defined as: suited to personal comfort or to easy performance.

What is another word for "Convenient"?

Other words for "Convenient" include accessible, handy, reachable, at hand and to hand. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Convenient" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Convenient"?

There are 17 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Convenient". Common alternatives include accessible, handy, reachable, at hand and to hand.

What is the opposite of "Convenient"?

Antonyms of "Convenient" include inaccessible, inconvenient, unhandy, unreachable and untouchable. Near antonyms include away, distant, far and faraway.

How do you use "Convenient" in a sentence?

Examples of "Convenient" in a sentence: "the shopping mall is convenient to all of the area's major highways".

Is "Convenient" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Convenient" is an adjective.

Is "Convenient" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a B1-level word, "Convenient" is typical of Cambridge B1 Preliminary (PET), IELTS band 4.0–5.0, TOEFL iBT 42–71, PTE Academic 43–58, TOEIC Listening & Reading 550+.

How do you pronounce "Convenient"?

"Convenient" is pronounced /kən-ˈvēn-yənt/ and divided into syllables as con·ve·nient.