Disagreeability: meaning, definitions and examples
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disagreeability
[ ˌdɪsəˌɡriːəˈbɪlɪti ]
personality trait
The quality of being difficult to get along with or having a tendency to argue or quarrel.
Synonyms
contentiousness, contrariness, unpleasantness
Examples of usage
- His disagreeability often led to conflicts within the team.
- Her disagreeability made it hard for her to maintain friendships.
psychology
The extent to which an individual tends to resist or oppose suggestions or ideas.
Synonyms
contrariness, defiance, obstinacy
Examples of usage
- Her disagreeability in therapy sessions hindered progress.
Translations
Translations of the word "disagreeability" in other languages:
🇵🇹 discordância
🇮🇳 असहमति
🇩🇪 Unstimmigkeit
🇮🇩 ketidaksetujuan
🇺🇦 незгода
🇵🇱 niezgodność
🇯🇵 不一致
🇫🇷 désaccord
🇪🇸 desacuerdo
🇹🇷 anlaşmazlık
🇰🇷 불일치
🇸🇦 اختلاف
🇨🇿 nesouhlas
🇸🇰 nesúhlas
🇨🇳 不同意
🇸🇮 nesoglasje
🇮🇸 ósamkomulag
🇰🇿 келіспеушілік
🇬🇪 გაურკვევლობა
🇦🇿 narazılıq
🇲🇽 desacuerdo
Word origin
The term 'disagreeability' is derived from the word 'disagreeable,' which originated in the late 16th century. The prefix 'dis-' implies negation or reversal, while 'agreeable' refers to being pleasant or likable. Over time, 'disagreeability' evolved to describe the quality of being difficult or uncooperative. This term is often used in psychology and interpersonal relationships to characterize individuals who are prone to arguments or opposition.
See also: disagreeing, disagreements.