Definition

Not suitable for dancing; cannot be danced to.

Example

The music was so slow and boring that it felt undanceable.

Conversation

Did you hear the new song from that band we like?

Yeah, but I found it a bit undanceable for my taste.

I know what you mean; I couldn't really get into it either.

Exactly! I prefer songs that make me want to dance.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

This word originates from the combination of 'un-' (meaning not) and 'dance' (from Old French *dancer*, meaning to move rhythmically). The suffix '-able' (meaning capable of) indicates that something is not capable of being danced. Therefore, 'undanceable' refers to something that cannot be danced to or is not suitable for dancing.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being combined with 'dance' — this helps you remember that 'undanceable' means something that cannot be danced to.

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