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Synonyms & Similar Words
unhelpfully
stubbornly
rebelliously
defiantly
disobediently
noncompliantly
resistively
refractorily
intractably
unmanageably
uncontrollably
unrulily
mutinously
insubordinately
recalcitrantly
obstructively
hinderingly
impedingly
thwartingly
contrarily
opposingly
adversarially
antagonistically
contentiously
disputatiously
argumentatively
uncooperatively
unreceptively
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Meaning of Uncooperatively
The primary meaning of "Uncooperatively" is to behave or act in a manner that shows a lack of willingness to cooperate or collaborate with others.
Definitions
- Refusing or failing to cooperate or comply with a request, rule, or standard
- * Acting in a way that is deliberately unhelpful or obstructive
- * Showing a lack of willingness to work together or collaborate with others
Etymology of Uncooperatively
The word "Uncooperatively" originates from the prefix "un-" meaning "not" or "opposite of", and the word "cooperative" which comes from the Latin "co-" meaning "together" and "operari" meaning "to work"
The term has been in use since the late 19th century to describe behavior that is intentionally unhelpful or noncompliant
Example Uses
- The employee acted uncooperatively during the investigation, refusing to answer questions or provide information
- * The child behaved uncooperatively, throwing tantrums and refusing to listen to instructions
- * The company's management worked uncooperatively with the union, leading to a prolonged labor dispute
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
cooperatively
helpfully
obligingly
compliantly
submissively
obediently
Obediently
dutifully
Obediently
willingly
agreeably
accommodatingly
flexibly
adaptably
receptively
responsively
sympathetically
supportively
collaboratively
constructively
productively
positively
proactively