adjective
uncool
uhn-KOOL
Uncool (adjective) means not fashionable, socially acceptable, or well-regarded by a particular group. Example: “Wearing socks with sandals was considered deeply uncool at school.”
adjective
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Not fashionable, socially acceptable, or well-regarded by a particular group.
"Wearing socks with sandals was considered deeply uncool at school."
"He said it was uncool to show up late to someone else's party."
How to use uncool
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishInformal word for not fitting in with what's trendy or acceptable.
When to use it
Casual, conversational — avoid in formal writing.
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Word forms
- Comparative
- uncooler, more uncool
- Superlative
- uncoolest, most uncool
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Wearing socks with sandals was considered deeply _____ at school.
Etymology
From un- + cool, in the informal sense of "fashionable."
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Rhymes for uncool
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What does “uncool” mean?
The word “uncool” means not fashionable, socially acceptable, or well-regarded by a particular group. In plain terms, informal word for not fitting in with what's trendy or acceptable.
How do you pronounce “uncool”?
“Uncool” is pronounced uhn-KOOL (/ʌnˈkuːl/ in IPA).
How do you use “uncool” in a sentence?
Here is “uncool” used in a sentence: “Wearing socks with sandals was considered deeply uncool at school.”
What part of speech is “uncool”?
“Uncool” is an adjective.
