Ungenial — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ˌən-ˈjēn-yəl/ un·ge·nial

Meaning & Definition of Ungenial

Ungenial (adjective)

  1. not genial, not pleasant or cheerful

Ungenial (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in inhospitable, ungracious

    similar: inhospitable, ungracious, unsociable, boorish, churlish, abrupt, blunt, brusque, curt, gruff, sharp, snippy, antisocial, disagreeable, discourteous, ill-mannered, impolite, rude, sullen, surly, uncivil, unfriendly, unkind, unmannerly, crabbed, crabby, cross, crusty, grumpy
    opposite: affable, cordial, genial, gracious, hospitable, sociable, agreeable, amiable, benign, benignant, congenial, convivial, friendly, kind, kindly, neighborly, accommodating, obliging

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Ungenial

The most common words with a similar meaning to Ungenial:

inhospitable, ungracious, unsociable, boorish, churlish, abrupt, blunt, brusque, curt, gruff, sharp, snippy, antisocial, disagreeable, discourteous, ill-mannered, impolite, rude, sullen, surly, uncivil, unfriendly, unkind, unmannerly, crabbed, crabby, cross, crusty, grumpy

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Ungenial

Words with the opposite meaning of Ungenial:

affable, cordial, genial, gracious, hospitable, sociable, agreeable, amiable, benign, benignant, congenial, convivial, friendly, kind, kindly, neighborly, accommodating, obliging

Word Forms of Ungenial

Derived words: ungenially (adverb)

Origin & Etymology of Ungenial

First known use: 1796

Frequently Asked Questions about Ungenial

What does "Ungenial" mean?

"Ungenial" means not genial, not pleasant or cheerful. As an adjective, it is defined as: not genial, not pleasant or cheerful.

What is another word for "Ungenial"?

Other words for "Ungenial" include inhospitable, ungracious, unsociable, boorish, churlish, abrupt, blunt and brusque. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Ungenial" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Ungenial"?

There are 29 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Ungenial". Common alternatives include inhospitable, ungracious, unsociable, boorish, churlish, abrupt, blunt, brusque, curt and gruff.

What is the opposite of "Ungenial"?

Antonyms of "Ungenial" include affable, cordial, genial, gracious, hospitable, sociable, agreeable and amiable.

Is "Ungenial" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Ungenial" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Ungenial"?

"Ungenial" is pronounced /ˌən-ˈjēn-yəl/ and divided into syllables as un·ge·nial.

What is the origin of the word "Ungenial"?

First known use: 1796.

What is another word for "Ungenial" meaning "as in inhospitable, ungracious"?

When "Ungenial" (adjective) means as in inhospitable, ungracious, synonyms include inhospitable, ungracious, unsociable, boorish, churlish and abrupt. Opposites in this sense include affable, cordial, genial and gracious.