inclement

Meanings

• adjective

  Relating to or caused by unfavorable and often extreme weather conditions.

  - "The inclement weather made it difficult for us to travel."
  - "The hikers were forced to turn back due to the inclement conditions."

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Pronunciation

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2. /ɪnˈklɛm.ənt/
   
   
   
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Antonyms

clement

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Rhymes

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elements , components , elements , components

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Variants

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inclement , inclemently

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'inclemens', meaning 'unweathered' or 'unmoderated'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'inclement' comes from the Latin word 'inclemens', which means 'unweathered' or 'unmoderated'.

2. Inclement weather can make travel difficult or even dangerous, and can cause damage to buildings and infrastructure.

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Related Concepts

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1. Adverse weather conditions: Inclement weather refers to any weather conditions that are unfavorable or harmful, such as heavy rain, snow, wind, or extreme temperatures.

2. Weather: The state of the atmosphere, particularly with respect to weather conditions.

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Culture

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The term 'inclement' is often used in literature and poetry to describe harsh weather conditions, such as in the famous line from Shakespeare's 'Macbeth': 'It is a rough and violent storm, / That shakes the earth and tempers the winds.'

How to Memorize "inclement"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a stormy day with heavy rain and strong winds to help remember the meaning of 'inclement'.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'inclement' with words like 'harsh', 'unfavorable', and 'extreme' to help remember its meaning.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Inclement weather makes me shiver' to help remember the meaning of 'inclement'.

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