Definition

Not inclined to seek the company of others; unfriendly or reserved.

Example

He was often seen as insociable because he preferred to spend time alone rather than with friends.

Conversation

Have you noticed how insociable Mark has become lately?

Yeah, I thought it was just a phase, but it seems to be getting worse.

I wonder if something's bothering him that he isn't sharing.

Maybe we should invite him out more often to help him feel included.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Insociable → It is formed from "in-" (meaning not) and "sociable" (from Latin "sociabilis", meaning able to be associated with others). The word "insociable" means not able to be associated with others or not inclined to socialize.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('in-') being combined with 'able to socialize' ('sociable') — that's why insociable means not inclined to socialize.

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