conveniently

The word “conveniently” means in a way that is easy or handy, without extra effort. In plain terms, handily — or, in the second sense, a bit too handily to be a coincidence.

“Conveniently” is pronounced kuhn-VEE-neernt-lee (/kənˈvinjəntli/ in IPA).

Here is “conveniently” used in a sentence: “The office is conveniently located near the train station.”

“Conveniently” is an adverb.

“Conveniently” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.

“Conveniently” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: in a way that is easy or handy, without extra effort.

Used sincerely, "conveniently" describes something done in an easy or handy way without extra effort, such as "the shop is conveniently located." Used sarcastically, it takes on the second sense, suggesting something suspiciously suits someone's own interests, as in "he was conveniently absent when the bill arrived."

Yes, "conveniently" is frequently used with a sarcastic edge to point out that a fact or timing seems suspiciously helpful to one person, rather than simply being a lucky coincidence. This ironic use relies on the word's second sense.

"Conveniently" typically modifies verbs describing location, timing, or action, such as "conveniently placed," "conveniently forgot," or "conveniently arrived," showing either genuine ease or suspicious self-interest depending on context.