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Discommoded: meaning, definitions and examples

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discommoded

 

[ dɪsˈkɒməʊd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

cause inconvenience

To discommode someone means to cause them inconvenience or discomfort. This can relate to various situations, such as altering plans that affect someone else's schedule. It is often used in polite or formal contexts to express that someone has been put in an awkward or troublesome position due to external circumstances or the actions of others. The term carries an implication of regret for the inconvenience caused.

Synonyms

bother, disturb, inconvenience, trouble

Examples of usage

  • I'm sorry to discommode you, but we need to change the meeting time.
  • His late arrival discommoded everyone who was waiting.
  • I hope this does not discommode your travel plans.

Translations

Translations of the word "discommoded" in other languages:

🇵🇹 incomodado

🇮🇳 असुविधा

🇩🇪 belästigt

🇮🇩 terganggu

🇺🇦 незручний

🇵🇱 niedogodny

🇯🇵 迷惑な

🇫🇷 dérangé

🇪🇸 incomodado

🇹🇷 rahatsız

🇰🇷 불편한

🇸🇦 مُعَكِّر

🇨🇿 znepokojený

🇸🇰 nepríjemný

🇨🇳 打扰的

🇸🇮 motiti

🇮🇸 óþægilegur

🇰🇿 қиыншылық туғызған

🇬🇪 უხერხული

🇦🇿 narahat

🇲🇽 incomodado

Etymology

The word 'discommode' originated in the late 17th century, derived from the French term 'discommoder,' which means to inconvenience or trouble. The prefix 'dis-' suggests a negation or reversal, while 'commode' comes from the Latin 'commodus,' meaning suitable or convenient. Over time, discommode took on nuances of politeness and formality, often used in contexts where the speaker wished to express sorrow for the inconvenience caused to another. The usage of this term has seen a decline in modern vernacular, but it still finds its place in educated discourse, particularly in written form.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,587, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.