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- [ey-soh-shuh l]
- /eɪˈsoʊ ʃəl/
- /eɪ.ˈsəʊʃ.l̩/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [ey-soh-shuh l]
- /eɪˈsoʊ ʃəl/
Definitions of asocial word
- adjective asocial avoiding contact; not gregarious 3
- adjective asocial unconcerned about the welfare of others 3
- adjective asocial hostile to society or social practices 3
- adjective asocial not social; not gregarious; characterized by withdrawal from others 3
- adjective asocial showing little concern for the welfare of others; selfish 3
- adjective asocial not sociable or gregarious; withdrawn from society. 1
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Origin of asocial
First appearance:
before 1880 One of the 23% newest English words
First recorded in 1880-85; a-6 + social
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Parts of speech for Asocial
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adverb
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preposition
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asocial popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 83% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for asocial
adj asocial
- alienated — indifferent, unfriendly, or hostile
- standoffish — somewhat aloof or reserved; cold and unfriendly.
- introverted — a shy person.
- ascetic — An ascetic person has a way of life that is simple and strict, usually because of their religious beliefs.
- austere — If you describe something as austere, you approve of its plain and simple appearance.
adjective asocial
- incompatible — not compatible; unable to exist together in harmony: She asked for a divorce because they were utterly incompatible.
- thoughtless — lacking in consideration for others; inconsiderate; tactless: a thoughtless remark.
Antonyms for asocial
adj asocial
- friendly — characteristic of or befitting a friend; showing friendship: a friendly greeting.
- sociable — inclined to associate with or be in the company of others.
- fun-loving — enjoying life in a lively, lighthearted way; spirited; playful: fun-loving friends.
- participating — to take or have a part or share, as with others; partake; share (usually followed by in): to participate in profits; to participate in a play.
- polite — showing good manners toward others, as in behavior, speech, etc.; courteous; civil: a polite reply.
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