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conveniences

noun

Form of convenience , plural of convenience.

Simple meaning

Things that make you comfortable and at ease.

Pronunciation

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kuhnveenyuhnsiz

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IPA pronunciation (US)

kənˈvinjənsɪz

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Definition

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noun

  1. Things that make you comfortable and at ease

Word at a Glance

Difficulty
C1 · Advanced (estimated)
Frequency
Uncommon
Typical Use
Primarily written

Word Aura™

How this word commonly comes across.

This meaning: Things that make you comfortable and at ease

Used this way, conveniences is a reasonably familiar word with a mildly favourable edge. It usually sounds natural in a wide range of settings.

Emotional tone
Slightly positive
Formality
Neutral
Intensity
Moderate
How common
Moderately common
Connotation
Positive and appreciative
Usage feel
Neutral and straightforward

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Synonyms

Sense: things that make you comfortable and at ease

comforts

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