disagreeable
1 synonym and 1 antonym for disagreeable, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Unpleasant or displeasing to the senses or feelings.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use disagreeable
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
disagreeable smell
disagreeable person
find something disagreeable
Etymology
From Middle English disagreable, from Old French desagraable, built on dis- + agreeable.
Full origin of disagreeable →Frequently asked questions
What does “disagreeable” mean?
The word “disagreeable” means unpleasant or displeasing to the senses or feelings. In plain terms, unpleasant, whether describing a person's manner or a smell, taste, or experience.
How do you pronounce “disagreeable”?
“Disagreeable” is pronounced dih-suh-GREE-uh-buhl (/dɪsəˈɡɹi.əbəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “disagreeable” in a sentence?
Here is “disagreeable” used in a sentence: “There was a disagreeable smell coming from the kitchen.”
What is the opposite of “disagreeable”?
The opposite of “disagreeable” — its antonyms — is agreeable.
What part of speech is “disagreeable”?
“Disagreeable” is an adjective.
Where does the word “disagreeable” come from?
The word “disagreeable” comes from Old French. From Middle English disagreable, from Old French desagraable, built on dis- + agreeable.
