uncongenial
1
8.0
- adjective
- /ˌʌn.kənˈdʒiː.ni.əl/
:
desagradable
- Finding a job that is uncongenial can make daily tasks feel like a burden rather than a joy.
Examples
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The curators called the surroundings "uncongenial," which may be read as a reference not only to the lack of an appropriate gallery but also to the challenge involved in the reconceptualization of African art.
Academic text (1997) -
You cannot force teachers to teach works that they do not want to teach, nor can you force them to teach in a manner uncongenial to them.
Academic text (1998) -
The student who does not easily grasp the right way or finds that uncongenial is likely to become alienated.
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But it was also a harsh decision, which condemned a brilliant scientist to uncongenial work and probably set back the study of variable stars for several decades.
Academic text (1992) -
And that means that scientists will have to ally themselves with intelligent nonscientists and learn how to turn aside the rhetoric of the Luddites, uncongenial as that task may seem.
Academic text (1995) -
The Anglo-Saxon mind finds these subleties uncongenial, and some of my classmates did not stifle their groans of boredom.
Fiction book (1992) -
Educational methods considered child-centered because they offer exploration, group work, and freedom of choice are painfully uncongenial to learners who have no initiative, no desire to share experience, no aptitude for cooperation, and a dread of the unexpected.
Academic text (1997) -
The harsh climate in that region is uncongenial to many visitors, making it difficult for them to enjoy their stay.
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He often felt out of place at parties where the atmosphere was uncongenial to his laid-back personality.
Synonyms
45
4.3
Not wanted and causing upset or trouble
31
4.5
Not good for success or approval
31
4.6
Not wanted because it is unpleasant, harmful, or causes problems
15
4.1
Not attractive, pleasant, or interesting
9
7.4
Tastes bad or is hard to accept
8
5.0
Unfriendly in manner so people feel uncomfortable
5
4.2
Not suitable for most living things because it is very harsh
5
6.0
A difficult job or duty that people do not want
3
5.1
Not suitable for a person's needs or tastes
2
3.8
Not wanted or welcome
2
4.6
Not pleasant or welcoming and likely to keep people away
1
5.1
Not a good fit for a person's tastes or skills
1
9.1
Unsuitable for a situation that makes people feel uncomfortable
1
4.8
Unpleasant to the senses, like a bitter taste or bright light
Not suitable for a person or situation
Not friendly and hard to get along with
Not friendly or warm in behavior
Antonyms
How Suitable
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Uncongenial comes from un- meaning 'not' and genial meaning 'friendly' or 'pleasant', so it means 'not pleasant' or 'not suitable'. That is why we call a place or climate uncongenial when it makes life hard or is not a good fit.