Unreceptive

Pronunciation: /ˌʌnrɪˈsɛptɪv/

Definitions of unreceptive

adjective an adjective is a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun. In this case, 'unreceptive' describes someone or something that is not open or responsive to new ideas or suggestions.

Example Sentences

A1 She was unreceptive to the idea of trying new foods.

A2 The students were unreceptive to the teacher's instructions.

B1 The manager was unreceptive to feedback from his employees.

B2 The committee members were unreceptive to the proposal for change.

C1 The diplomat was unreceptive to the peace negotiations.

C2 The CEO was unreceptive to any suggestions for restructuring the company.

Examples of unreceptive in a Sentence

formal The new policy was met with an unreceptive attitude from the employees.

informal She was unreceptive to the idea of going out tonight.

slang He's always so unreceptive to trying new things.

figurative Her mind was like an unreceptive soil, unwilling to accept any new ideas.

Grammatical Forms of unreceptive

• past tense: was unreceptive
• plural: unreceptives
• comparative: more unreceptive
• superlative: most unreceptive
• present tense: is unreceptive
• future tense: will be unreceptive
• perfect tense: has been unreceptive
• continuous tense: is being unreceptive
• singular: unreceptive
• positive degree: unreceptive
• infinitive: to be unreceptive
• gerund: being unreceptive
• participle: unreceptive

Origin and Evolution of unreceptive

First Known Use: 1828 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'unreceptive' originated from the combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'receptive' meaning 'open to new ideas or suggestions'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'unreceptive' has retained its original meaning of not being open or responsive to something, such as new ideas or suggestions.