inclement

Everyday

1. (formal) Of weather: cold, wet, stormy or unpleasant: inclement weather. tree →
2. (old, rare) Harsh; without mercy. tree →

In the lessons

In school notices and formal announcements «in the event of inclement weather» means «if the weather is bad» (sports day may be moved indoors). Phrases: «inclement weather».

Examples

• In the event of inclement weather, the match will be cancelled. tree →
• Inclement weather kept us inside at break. tree →
• The ferry did not sail due to inclement weather. tree →
• Bring a raincoat in case of inclement weather. tree →
• Inclement weather delayed the flight. tree →
• The trip was postponed because of inclement weather. tree →

Note

Formal, used almost only with «weather». Plain words: bad, wet, stormy. Say «in-CLEM-ent». Opposite: clement (mild), also rare.