Definition

Not willing to help or make things easier for others; inflexible or unyielding.

Example

The hotel staff was unaccommodating when we requested a late check-out.

Conversation

Did you notice how unaccommodating the hotel staff were during our stay?

Yeah, I was really surprised by that; they didn't help us at all.

I expected better service, especially for the price we paid.

Same here! It definitely made our trip less enjoyable.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unaccommodating → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "accommodating" (from Latin "accommodare", meaning to make fit or adapt). The word describes a state of not being willing to adapt or make fit for others' needs.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being willing to 'adapt' ('accommodate') to others — that's why unaccommodating means not willing to adapt.

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