Definition

Noun: 1. An unfriendly disposition; a lack of friendliness: The quality or state of being unfriendly, characterized by coldness, hostility, or a lack of warmth and approachability. 2. Dislike experienced as an absence of friendliness: The feeling or perception of not being liked or welcomed; the absence of friendly feelings.

Examples

• The unfriendliness of the receptionist made the visitors feel unwelcome.
• There was a noticeable unfriendliness in the atmosphere of the meeting.
• He was taken aback by the sheer unfriendliness of her response.
• The town's reputation for unfriendliness kept tourists away.

Advanced Usage

• "with unfriendliness": In a manner that shows a lack of friendliness.
  • She regarded him with unfriendliness.
• "a hint/trace/air of unfriendliness": A small but noticeable amount of unfriendly feeling or behavior.
  • His smile did not completely hide a trace of unfriendliness.

Variants and Related Words

• Unfriendly (adj): Not friendly; hostile or cold.
  • an unfriendly gesture
• Friendliness (n): The quality of being friendly; warmth and kindness.
  • the friendliness of the locals

Synonyms

• Hostility: Open antagonism or unfriendliness.
• Coldness: Lack of affection or warmth.
• Antagonism: Active opposition or hostility.
• Aloofness: Distant and reserved in manner; not friendly.

Antonyms

• Friendliness
• Warmth
• Cordiality
• Amicability

Related Phrases

• A barrier of unfriendliness: A metaphorical wall created by unfriendly behavior that prevents connection.
  • There was a clear barrier of unfriendliness between the two rival groups.

Noun

1. an unfriendly disposition
2. dislike experienced as an absence of friendliness