Synonyms for

Uncooperative

Verb / ʌnkəʊˈɑ:pɜ:ʌtɪv / Another word for uncooperative — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

not willing to work or be helpful; not cooperating

Synonyms & similar words

disobliging cooperative unhelpful unwilling obstinate stubborn difficult unyielding unresponsive disobedient contrary unaccommodating unamenable unfriendly unmanageable uncoachable unadaptable unpliable unpliant

Example sentences

  1. The uncooperative child refused to share her toys with her friends.
  2. The uncooperative team lost the game because they wouldn't work together.
  3. The uncooperative employee refused to follow the company's rules.
  4. The uncooperative cat wouldn't come out from under the bed.
  5. The uncooperative driver refused to pull over for the police.

Quotes

  • 'I'm not uncooperative, but I don't like being told what to do.' - Princess Diana
  • 'I've always been uncooperative when people try to pigeonhole me.' - Bjork
  • 'I'm not uncooperative, I'm just not a pushover.' - Richard Gere

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