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The reply sounded unfriendly.
What does Unfriendly mean?
Unfriendly means not friendly.
Dictionary definition
Unfriendly means not kind, warm, or welcoming.
Example sentences
Unfriendly in a sentence
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An unfriendly sign made visitors feel unwelcome.
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A character may seem unfriendly at first because the author describes short answers and a cold tone.
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Practice 1
What does unfriendly mean?
Unfriendly describes behavior, tone, or places that do not feel kind or welcoming.
Practice 2
Which word is a useful contrast for unfriendly?
Friendly is the direct contrast because unfriendly means not friendly.
Practice 3
Which sentence uses unfriendly correctly?
The clue words show a tone that is not warm or welcoming.
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Unfriendly
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un · frend · lee · strongest beat: frend
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WordUnfriendly.
Partadjective.
MeaningUnfriendly means not friendly.
ExampleExample: The reply sounded unfriendly.
Word breakdown
3 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- un · frend · lee
- Strongest beat
- frend
- Ending
- lee
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on frend.
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Synonyms
Words like Unfriendly
coldUse when behavior feels not warm or welcoming.
unkindUse when someone does not act kindly.
Antonyms
Opposite words
friendlyUse when someone is kind or welcoming.
welcomingUse when a place or person makes others feel accepted.
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Hint for students
Unfriendly describes a tone, action, person, or place that does not feel kind or welcoming. Look for clues about behavior or attitude.
Common mix-up
Unfriendly is not the same as shy. A quiet person may still be friendly, while unfriendly behavior feels cold or unkind.
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Write one sentence that shows unfriendly without using the word unfriendly. Then underline the clue words that show cold, unkind, or unwelcoming behavior. Example: The sign said, "Go away," and no one smiled at the door. Clue words: Go away, no one smiled, at the door Now try your own sentence. Ask: Does my sentence show behavior or tone that is not kind or welcoming?
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Ask students to explain this model sentence: "The reply sounded unfriendly." Why does unfriendly fit better than friendly?
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