Uneager

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈiːɡər/

Definitions of uneager

adjective not eager; lacking enthusiasm or interest

Example Sentences

A1 She was uneager to try the new food.

A2 The students were uneager to participate in the class discussion.

B1 He was uneager to commit to a long-term relationship.

B2 The team was uneager to accept the new strategy proposed by the manager.

C1 The CEO was uneager to make any major changes to the company's structure.

C2 Despite the offer of a promotion, she remained uneager to relocate for work.

Examples of uneager in a Sentence

formal The new employee seemed uneager to participate in the team meeting.

informal She was uneager to try the new restaurant in town.

slang He's always been uneager to join us for a night out.

figurative The old house stood uneager to face another harsh winter.

Grammatical Forms of uneager

• past tense: was uneager
• plural: uneager
• comparative: less eager
• superlative: least eager
• present tense: is uneager
• future tense: will be uneager
• perfect tense: has been uneager
• continuous tense: is being uneager
• singular: uneager
• positive degree: eager
• infinitive: to be uneager
• gerund: being uneager
• participle: uneager

Origin and Evolution of uneager

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'uneager' originated from Middle English, derived from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and 'eager' meaning 'enthusiastic'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'uneager' has maintained its original meaning of lacking enthusiasm or eagerness, and is still commonly used in modern English.