Unsociable — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ˌən-ˈsō-shə-bəl/ un·so·cia·ble

Meaning & Definition of Unsociable

Unsociable (adjective)

  1. having or showing a disinclination for social activity, solitary, reserved
  2. not conducive to sociability

Unsociable (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. having or showing a lack of friendliness or interest in others

    "an unsociable but not an overtly rude child"

    similar: aloof, antisocial, asocial, buttoned-up, cold, cold-eyed, cool, detached, distant, dry, frosty, offish, remote, standoff, standoffish, unbending, unclubbable
    related: indrawn, introverted, nongregarious, recessive, reclusive, reserved, unsocial, withdrawn, misanthropic, apathetic, hard, indifferent, unconcerned, clinical, dispassionate, impersonal, professional, disinterested, incurious, uninterested, reticent, silent, taciturn, uncommunicative, diffident, shy, timid, cliquey, cliquish, clubbish
    opposite: cordial, friendly, sociable, social, warm
    near: boon, clubbable, clubby, companionable, convivial, extroverted, gregarious, outgoing, communicative, expansive, garrulous, talkative, affable, folksy, genial, gracious, hospitable, agreeable, amiable, congenial, kindly, neighborly

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Unsociable

The most common words with a similar meaning to Unsociable:

aloof, antisocial, asocial, buttoned-up, cold, cold-eyed, cool, detached, distant, dry, frosty, offish, remote, standoff, standoffish, unbending, unclubbable

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Unsociable

Words with the opposite meaning of Unsociable:

cordial, friendly, sociable, social, warm

Related Words for Unsociable

indrawn, introverted, nongregarious, recessive, reclusive, reserved, unsocial, withdrawn, misanthropic, apathetic, hard, indifferent, unconcerned, clinical, dispassionate, impersonal, professional, disinterested, incurious, uninterested, reticent, silent, taciturn, uncommunicative, diffident, shy, timid, cliquey, cliquish, clubbish

Near Antonyms of Unsociable

boon, clubbable, clubby, companionable, convivial, extroverted, gregarious, outgoing, communicative, expansive, garrulous, talkative, affable, folksy, genial, gracious, hospitable, agreeable, amiable, congenial, kindly, neighborly

Word Forms of Unsociable

Derived words: unsociability (noun), unsociableness (noun), unsociably (adverb)

Origin & Etymology of Unsociable

First known use: 1600

Frequently Asked Questions about Unsociable

What does "Unsociable" mean?

"Unsociable" means having or showing a disinclination for social activity, solitary, reserved. As an adjective, it is defined as: having or showing a disinclination for social activity, solitary, reserved.

What is another word for "Unsociable"?

Other words for "Unsociable" include aloof, antisocial, asocial, buttoned-up, cold, cold-eyed, cool and detached. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Unsociable" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Unsociable"?

There are 47 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Unsociable". Common alternatives include aloof, antisocial, asocial, buttoned-up, cold, cold-eyed, cool, detached, distant and dry.

What is the opposite of "Unsociable"?

Antonyms of "Unsociable" include cordial, friendly, sociable, social and warm. Near antonyms include boon, clubbable, clubby and companionable.

How do you use "Unsociable" in a sentence?

Examples of "Unsociable" in a sentence: "an unsociable but not an overtly rude child".

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

"Unsociable" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Unsociable"?

"Unsociable" is pronounced /ˌən-ˈsō-shə-bəl/ and divided into syllables as un·so·cia·ble.

What is the origin of the word "Unsociable"?

First known use: 1600.