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UK [kənˈviːnɪəntlɪ] / US [kənˈvɪnɪəntlɪ] adverb
1) in a way that is easy to use, find, deal with etc

The shop is conveniently located just off the High Street.

2) in a way that gives you an advantage or opportunity and is often slightly dishonest

He conveniently ignored the facts that did not support his position.

She conveniently forgot to return the car keys.


English dictionary. 2014.

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