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uncongenial (adj.)

1749, from un- (1) "not" + congenial (adj.).

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Definitions of uncongenial from WordNet

uncongenial (adj.)
not suitable to your tastes or needs;
the uncongenial roommates were always fighting
the task was uncongenial to one sensitive to rebuffs
Synonyms: incompatible
uncongenial (adj.)
very unfavorable to life or growth;
an uncongenial soil
an uncongenial atmosphere
Synonyms: hostile / unfriendly
uncongenial (adj.)
used of plant stock or scions; incapable of being grafted;
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