inclement

adjective

in·clem·ent | \ (ˌ)in-ˈkle-mənt

How to pronounce inclement (audio)

, ˈin-klə-\

Definition of inclement

: lacking mildness: such as

a archaic : severe in temper or action : unmerciful

b : physically severe : stormy inclement weather

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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

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If cloudy or inclement weather occurs, there will be an indoor presentation at the Spicer House. — Brendel Hightower, Detroit Free Press, "Things to do in metro Detroit for the week of July 1 and beyond," 1 July 2018 Some examples include complete remote capabilities, especially when inclement weather conditions prevent easy access to our buildings. — Lori Johnston, ajc, "Leaders of top workplaces share their views," 3 Mar. 2018 The calendar does not include inclement weather days or holidays for students, because, according district officials, the instructional minutes to cover for potential loss of days were included in the calendar. — Michelle Iracheta, Houston Chronicle, "Conroe ISD board OKs 2018-19 school year calendar," 18 Jan. 2018 The Tigers' series finale against the Kansas City Royal was postponed Wednesday because of cold and inclement weather conditions. — Chris Thomas, Detroit Free Press, "Again?! Detroit Tigers postpone series finale against Kansas City Royals," 4 Apr. 2018 Sometimes the process goes smoothly, but other times -- when inclement weather or rowdy children strike -- picking up a rental car can be the punctuation mark on an exhausting day of travel. — Peter Holley, chicagotribune.com, "Airbnb for cars is here. And the rental car giants are not happy.," 30 Mar. 2018 At Pitti Uomo last week there were particular shows that seemed to reveal concern about an uncertain future—inclement weather, aliens, technology... ourselves? — Ahnna Lee, Vogue, "All of the Highlights from Pitti Uomo," 15 Jan. 2018 Michigan State knows how to play in inclement weather. — Luke Srodulski, ajc, "Michigan State avoids slippery slope with first-half flurry," 18 Nov. 2017 And when inclement weather hits, the available all-wheel drive of the Challenger GT helps you power through the elements. — Eric Stafford, Car and Driver, "2017 Chevrolet Camaro," 2 Nov. 2017

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inclement

adjective

English Language Learners Definition of inclement

formal : having rain and storms

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inclement

adjective

in·clem·ent | \ in-ˈkle-mənt

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Kids Definition of inclement

: stormy sense 1 inclement weather

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