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UK//ˌdɪsəˈɡriːəbl//US//ˌdɪsəˈɡriəbl//

Meaning of Disagreeable

Not pleasant or enjoyable; often unfriendly or uncooperative.

In simple words: Not nice or pleasant to deal with.

Disagreeable in a sentence

  • The manager's disagreeable attitude made team meetings very tense.
  • She found the disagreeable weather made her outdoor plans impossible.
  • His disagreeable comments during the discussion upset everyone present.
  • Dealing with a disagreeable customer can be exhausting.
  • The disagreeable noise from the construction site kept everyone awake.

How to use Disagreeable

Usually describes people or situations that are unfriendly or uncooperative. Avoid using in formal contexts; prefer 'difficult' for more formal writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'dis' as in 'not' and 'agreeable' as 'friendly'; together they mean 'not friendly'.

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Collocations with Disagreeable

  • disagreeable weather
  • disagreeable person
  • disagreeable situation
  • disagreeable task
  • disagreeable behavior

Synonyms for Disagreeable

Opposites of Disagreeable

Common mistakes with Disagreeable

  • Confused with 'disagree', which is a verb.
  • Used too broadly; often means 'unpleasant' rather than 'not agreeing'.

Compare Disagreeable with Unpleasant, Hostile, Difficult, Contrary

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Frequently asked questions about Disagreeable

What does Disagreeable mean?

Not nice or pleasant to deal with.

What is the definition of Disagreeable?

Not pleasant or enjoyable; often unfriendly or uncooperative.

How do you use Disagreeable in a sentence?

The manager's disagreeable attitude made team meetings very tense.

Can you give another example of Disagreeable?

She found the disagreeable weather made her outdoor plans impossible.

What are synonyms for Disagreeable?

Common alternatives include unpleasant, unfriendly, hostile, difficult, contrary.

What is the opposite of Disagreeable?

Opposite meanings include agreeable, pleasant, satisfying.

What words go with Disagreeable?

It commonly pairs with disagreeable weather, disagreeable person, disagreeable situation, disagreeable task, disagreeable behavior.

What are common mistakes when using Disagreeable?

Confused with 'disagree', which is a verb. Used too broadly; often means 'unpleasant' rather than 'not agreeing'.

How do you pronounce Disagreeable?

US: //ˌdɪsəˈɡriəbl//, UK: //ˌdɪsəˈɡriːəbl//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Disagreeable?

Usually describes people or situations that are unfriendly or uncooperative. Avoid using in formal contexts; prefer 'difficult' for more formal writing.