Definition

A person who does not work together with others or refuses to help in a group effort.

Example

The noncooperator refused to join the team project, making it harder for everyone else.

Conversation

Did you see how Mark was acting during the group project?

Yeah, he was such a noncooperator and made everything harder.

I can't believe he didn't even try to help us.

Right? It's frustrating when someone just won't pitch in.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Noncooperator → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "cooperator" (from Latin "cooperari", meaning to work together). The word describes someone who does not work together with others.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'not' ('non-') 'working together' ('cooperari') — that's why a noncooperator is someone who does not cooperate.

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