Disagreeable: meaning, definitions and examples

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disagreeable

 

[ ˌdɪs.əˈɡriː.ə.bəl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

feeling or attitude

Not pleasant or enjoyable; causing discomfort or annoyance.

Synonyms

distasteful, unfavorable, unpleasant, unwelcome.

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Word Description / Examples
disagreeable

Use this word when something is generally unpleasant or offensive, often in terms of personality or behavior.

  • He had a disagreeable attitude that made everyone uncomfortable
unpleasant

Use this word to describe something that causes discomfort or annoyance, whether it's a situation, smell, taste, etc.

  • The room had an unpleasant odor that made it difficult to stay there
unwelcome

This word is suited for situations where something is not wanted or received poorly, often involving guests or interventions.

  • His comments at the meeting were unwelcome and created tension
distasteful

This word is best used when describing something that causes a feeling of dislike or aversion, often related to moral or aesthetic aspects.

  • Her choice of jokes was distasteful and offended many people
unfavorable

This term is appropriate when talking about situations or conditions that are not advantageous or beneficial.

  • The weather forecast looks unfavorable for our weekend plans

Examples of usage

  • It was an disagreeable experience for him.
  • She had an disagreeable attitude towards her colleagues.
  • The weather turned disagreeable, with dark clouds and strong winds.
Context #2 | Adjective

personality

Not easy to get along with; difficult or stubborn.

Synonyms

cranky, difficult, obstinate, uncooperative.

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disagreeable

Used to describe something or someone that is unpleasant or causes discomfort. Common in both describing personalities and situations.

  • The weather has been particularly disagreeable these past few days.
  • He can be quite disagreeable when things don't go his way.
difficult

Describes someone or something that is hard to deal with or manage. Can refer to tasks, people, or situations.

  • The project was more difficult than we initially thought.
  • He's known to be a difficult person to work with.
obstinate

Used to describe someone who stubbornly refuses to change their opinion or behavior, even if they are being unreasonable. Often carries a negative connotation.

  • Despite all the evidence, he remained obstinate in his beliefs.
  • She can be quite obstinate when she thinks she's right.
uncooperative

Describes someone who is unwilling to work with others or follow instructions. Often used in professional or group work scenarios.

  • The witness was uncooperative during the investigation.
  • Our customer service team finds him uncooperative whenever there's an issue.
cranky

Often used to describe someone who is irritable, especially when tired or not feeling well. It can sometimes be used affectionately, especially with children.

  • She gets cranky when she doesn't get enough sleep.
  • The baby is a bit cranky because he's teething.

Examples of usage

  • He can be quite disagreeable when he's in a bad mood.
  • Her disagreeable nature made it hard for others to work with her.

Translations

Translations of the word "disagreeable" in other languages:

🇵🇹 desagradável

🇮🇳 अप्रिय

🇩🇪 unangenehm

🇮🇩 tidak menyenangkan

🇺🇦 неприємний

🇵🇱 nieprzyjemny

🇯🇵 不愉快な (fuyukai na)

🇫🇷 désagréable

🇪🇸 desagradable

🇹🇷 hoş olmayan

🇰🇷 불쾌한 (bulgwaehan)

🇸🇦 غير مستحب

🇨🇿 nepříjemný

🇸🇰 nepríjemný

🇨🇳 令人不快的 (lìng rén bù kuài de)

🇸🇮 neprijeten

🇮🇸 óþægilegur

🇰🇿 жағымсыз

🇬🇪 უსიამოვნო (usiamovno)

🇦🇿 xoşagəlməz

🇲🇽 desagradable

Etymology

The word 'disagreeable' originated from the combination of 'dis-' (meaning 'not') and 'agreeable', dating back to the late 16th century. Originally used to describe something that was not agreeable or pleasant, it has since evolved to also describe difficult or stubborn personalities. The term has remained popular in English language usage due to its versatility in describing various unpleasant or uncooperative situations.

See also: agree, agreeable, agreeableness, agreeably, agreed, agreeing, agreement, agreements, disagree, disagreeableness, disagreeably, disagreed, disagreement.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #10,055, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.