Definition

In a way that is not friendly or social; avoiding interaction with others.

Example

He behaved unsociably at the party, choosing to sit alone instead of mingling with the guests.

Conversation

I noticed you’ve been acting a bit unsociably lately at the gatherings.

Yeah, I just haven’t felt like socializing much recently.

I get that, but we miss having you around.

Thanks! I’ll try to be more social next time.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unsociably → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "sociable" (from Latin "sociabilis", meaning able to be associated with others). The word "unsociably" means not in a manner that is friendly or inclined to associate with others.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being added to 'sociable', which means friendly or inclined to socialize. This helps you remember that 'unsociably' describes behavior that is not friendly or social.

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