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disagreeable

unpleasant / bad-tempered / unacceptable
Adjective
comp: more disagreeablesup: most disagreeable

This term describes a general sense of friction or repulsion, whether it is a physical sensation, a personality trait, or a set of conditions. It carries a stronger tone of active unpleasantness than simply being "bad," often implying a clash with one's preferences or standards. When applied to people, it suggests a prickly or stubborn nature that makes social interaction difficult. In a professional or legal context, it denotes a lack of consensus or an offer that is fundamentally unacceptable, shifting the focus from sensory disgust to a failure of agreement.

Meanings

Adjective

Unpleasant or offensive to the senses or the mind.

"The room had a disagreeable smell of old cabbage."

Adjective

Having an unpleasant, unfriendly, or bad-tempered personality.

"He is a disagreeable old man who complains about everything."

Adjective

Unacceptable or unsuitable to one's tastes or requirements.

"The terms of the contract were disagreeable to the investors."

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