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Antonyms for uncooperative


Grammar : Adj
Spell : koh-op-er-uh-tiv, -op-ruh-tiv, -op-uh-rey-tiv
Phonetic Transcription : koʊˈɒp ər ə tɪv, -ˈɒp rə tɪv, -ˈɒp əˌreɪ tɪv



Definition of uncooperative

Origin :
  • also uncoöperative, 1847, from un- + cooperative. Related: Uncooperatively.
  • adj not cooperative
Example sentences :
  • Civilization simply could not tolerate an unhappy, uncooperative citizen.
  • Extract from : « Fair and Warmer » by E. G. von Wald
  • Because it is almost unknown country: there are indications that the heathen who occupy it are uncooperative.
  • Extract from : « The Aboriginal Population of Alameda and Contra Costa Counties, California » by S. F. Cook
  • They were nervous, irritable, disobedient, and uncooperative while they were there—and even they didn't know why.
  • Extract from : « The Lani People » by J. F. Bone
  • And there was a sullen, uncooperative note in his voice, a jarring sound that made Larry uneasy and a little angry.
  • Extract from : « Beyond the Door » by Philip K. Dick
  • He had his mind set on a certain young lady who lived there, but up to this time she had been uncooperative.
  • Extract from : « The Stronghold » by Miriam Haynie
  • His friends told him that his uncooperative attitude was bound to get him into trouble.
  • Extract from : « The Status Civilization » by Robert Sheckley

Synonyms for uncooperative

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