Inclemency
noun
The state of being harsh, rough, or severe, especially with respect to weather.
They chose to remain inside due to the inclemency of the stormy weather.
Often appears as...
- inclemency of weather
- inclemency of climate
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Formal
noun
The quality of being cruel or strict, not showing mercy.
His inclemency in handing out punishments earned him the fear of all the students.
Often appears as...
- inclemency of punishment
- inclemency of the boss
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Formal
noun
The state of being physically uncomfortable or challenging.
Nurses have to work in conditions of great inclemency sometimes.
Often appears as...
- inclemency of the job
- inclemency of conditions
Usage tips
Formal
noun
The state of being harsh, rough, or severe, especially with respect to weather.
They chose to remain inside due to the inclemency of the stormy weather.
Often appears as...
- inclemency of weather
- inclemency of climate
Usage tips
Formal
noun
The quality of being cruel or strict, not showing mercy.
His inclemency in handing out punishments earned him the fear of all the students.
Often appears as...
- inclemency of punishment
- inclemency of the boss
Usage tips
Formal
noun
The state of being physically uncomfortable or challenging.
Nurses have to work in conditions of great inclemency sometimes.
Often appears as...
- inclemency of the job
- inclemency of conditions
Usage tips
Formal
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Weather-Related
Most often used to describe extreme weather situations, like a blizzard or hurricane.
Many festivals were canceled due to the inclemency of the weather.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Human
Inclemency refers to natural conditions and not human behavior when talking about weather.
The hikers underestimated the inclemency of the mountain climate.
Pro Tip 3/3Negative Connotation
It suggests negative effects or inconveniences due to severe weather.
The campers were prepared for inclemency with emergency supplies.
Pro Tip 1/3Weather-Related
Most often used to describe extreme weather situations, like a blizzard or hurricane.
Many festivals were canceled due to the inclemency of the weather.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Human
Inclemency refers to natural conditions and not human behavior when talking about weather.
The hikers underestimated the inclemency of the mountain climate.
Pro Tip 3/3Negative Connotation
It suggests negative effects or inconveniences due to severe weather.
The campers were prepared for inclemency with emergency supplies.
Pro Tip 1/3Weather-Related
Most often used to describe extreme weather situations, like a blizzard or hurricane.
Many festivals were canceled due to the inclemency of the weather.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Human
Inclemency refers to natural conditions and not human behavior when talking about weather.
The hikers underestimated the inclemency of the mountain climate.
Pro Tip 3/3Negative Connotation
It suggests negative effects or inconveniences due to severe weather.
The campers were prepared for inclemency with emergency supplies.
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Quote examples
Aldous Huxley
English Novelist
Perhaps it's good for one to suffer. Can an artist do anything if he's happy? Would he ever want to do anything? What is art, after all, but a protest against the horrible inclemency of life?
Quote examples
Aldous Huxley
English Novelist
Perhaps it's good for one to suffer. Can an artist do anything if he's happy? Would he ever want to do anything? What is art, after all, but a protest against the horrible inclemency of life?
Example 1 of 1
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