con·ve·nience
kən-ˈvēn-yən(t)s 
1
: fitness or suitability for performing an action or fulfilling a requirement
2
a
: something (such as an appliance, device, or service) conducive to comfort or ease
modern camping conveniences
b
chiefly British
: toilet sense 1
3
: a suitable or convenient time
Call me at your convenience.
4
: freedom from discomfort : ease
The forms can be filled out online for your convenience.
: designed for quick and easy preparation or use
convenience foods
Synonyms
Examples of convenience in a Sentence
Noun
An elevator was available for the shoppers' convenience.
I enjoy the convenience of living near a post office.
For your convenience, we have added a feature that allows you to pay your bills over the Internet.
Please come to my office at your earliest convenience.
Our hotel room was equipped with all the modern conveniences.
They enjoyed the conveniences of flying first class.
Adjective
Frozen pizza is a popular convenience food.
Recent Examples on the Web
Judith Graham, USA TODAY, 7 Apr. 2024
Baya Platform Slide Sandal An easy slide-on sandal is a must-have during spring and summer, and the Crocs Baya Platform Slide Sandal is an ideal option for anyone looking for convenience and elevated comfort.
—Rachel Trujillo, Peoplemag, 5 Apr. 2024
Pharmacists could be treating millions of patients for routine medical problems annually, reduce unnecessary physician visits, add convenience, and accelerate patient relief and recovery.
—Jeffrey Singer, The Mercury News, 2 Apr. 2024
Caraway Cookware Set $545 $395 Plus, there’s no worrying about the convenience coming at a cost, as the non-toxic ceramic cookware is free of hard metals and harsh chemicals.
—Gabriela Izquierdo, Southern Living, 2 Apr. 2024
Smartphones excel in convenience, connectivity and computational photography.
—Douglas Goodwin, The Conversation, 1 Apr. 2024
Pediatric dietitian Pegah Jalali, MS RD, recommends Earth’s Best for its ease of preparation, affordability, and convenience.
—Jennifer D'angelo Friedman, Parents, 1 Apr. 2024
With your attention through the apps in your pocket, companies enlist your support by stressing the potential – and perhaps overstated – risks to the apps’ conveniences or people’s livelihoods.
—Shira Ovide, Washington Post, 26 Mar. 2024
In today’s modern age, digital cookbooks are the ideal way to bridge the gap between centuries-old traditions and contemporary convenience and accessibility.
—Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 24 Mar. 2024
Kenneth Rapoza, Forbes, 12 Sep. 2021
Noun
For convenience, Gilliam asked to get the scans at a hospital near her home in Sudbury, Massachusetts.
—Judith Graham, USA TODAY, 7 Apr. 2024
Baya Platform Slide Sandal An easy slide-on sandal is a must-have during spring and summer, and the Crocs Baya Platform Slide Sandal is an ideal option for anyone looking for convenience and elevated comfort.
—Rachel Trujillo, Peoplemag, 5 Apr. 2024
Pharmacists could be treating millions of patients for routine medical problems annually, reduce unnecessary physician visits, add convenience, and accelerate patient relief and recovery.
—Jeffrey Singer, The Mercury News, 2 Apr. 2024
Caraway Cookware Set $545 $395 Plus, there’s no worrying about the convenience coming at a cost, as the non-toxic ceramic cookware is free of hard metals and harsh chemicals.
—Gabriela Izquierdo, Southern Living, 2 Apr. 2024
Smartphones excel in convenience, connectivity and computational photography.
—Douglas Goodwin, The Conversation, 1 Apr. 2024
Pediatric dietitian Pegah Jalali, MS RD, recommends Earth’s Best for its ease of preparation, affordability, and convenience.
—Jennifer D'angelo Friedman, Parents, 1 Apr. 2024
With your attention through the apps in your pocket, companies enlist your support by stressing the potential – and perhaps overstated – risks to the apps’ conveniences or people’s livelihoods.
—Shira Ovide, Washington Post, 26 Mar. 2024
In today’s modern age, digital cookbooks are the ideal way to bridge the gap between centuries-old traditions and contemporary convenience and accessibility.
—Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 24 Mar. 2024
Adjective
Mercury Retail is Russia's largest ultra-convenience retailer, operating a vast network of approximately 13,500 neighborhood stores nationwide.
—Kenneth Rapoza, Forbes, 12 Sep. 2021
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“Convenience.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/convenience. Accessed 20 Apr. 2024.
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convenience
1 of 2 noun
con·ve·nience
kən-ˈvēn-yən(t)s
1
: the quality or state of being convenient
2
: personal comfort : freedom from trouble
3
: a convenient time : opportunity
come at your earliest convenience
4
: something that gives comfort or advantage
a house with all the modern conveniences
convenience
2 of 2 adjective
: designed for quick and easy preparation
convenience foods
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