inclement

adjective

in·​clem·​ent (ˌ)in-ˈkle-mənt How to pronounce inclement (audio)
ˈin-klə-
: lacking mildness: such as
a
: physically severe : stormy
inclement weather
b
archaic : severe in temper or action : unmerciful
inclemently adverb

Examples of inclement in a Sentence

The game was postponed due to inclement weather. the weather report warned that the holiday weekend would be spoiled by inclement weather
Recent Examples on the Web Here's how to help spot severe weather How to stay safe during inclement weather The weather service advises residents check the forecast regularly to prepare for tornadoes. Karl Schneider, The Indianapolis Star, 12 Mar. 2024 The vehicles can operate in inclement weather, rain and fog, with speeds up to 65 mph. Nathan Solis, Los Angeles Times, 8 Mar. 2024 Owners must also provide water, shade, and shelter that protects the dog from inclement weather when left alone. Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Mar. 2024 The most important rules are that Jackie presides over the nest, Jackie always wins and Jackie is always on nest duty during inclement weather. Aliza Chasan, CBS News, 4 Mar. 2024 To ward off inclement weather (like the snowstorm that canceled the parade in 2008) a snowman is burned in effigy prior to each Bockfest weekend during what's dubbed as the Precipitation Retaliation Happy Hour. Keith Pandolfi, The Enquirer, 1 Mar. 2024 But when locations change, due to inclement weather, political unrest, or technical failures, obtaining new permits isn’t necessarily quick or easy. Jennifer Leigh Parker, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2024 How to stay safe during inclement weather The weather service advises residents check the forecast regularly to prepare for tornadoes. Karl Schneider, The Indianapolis Star, 27 Feb. 2024 McAuley says senior centers are where elders can get information about programs through their local governments, and adds that church youth groups often provide assistance in inclement weather and during the winter season. Carley Thornell, The Enquirer, 23 Feb. 2024

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Word History

Etymology

Latin inclement-, inclemens, from in- + clement-, clemens clement

First Known Use

1621, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of inclement was in 1621

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Cite this Entry

“Inclement.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/inclement. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

inclement

adjective
in·​clem·​ent (ˈ)in-ˈklem-ənt How to pronounce inclement (audio)
: stormy sense 1
inclement weather
inclemently adverb

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