Definition of unsociable in English:

unsociable

adjectiveʌnˈsəʊʃəb(ə)lˌənˈsoʊʃəb(ə)l

1Not enjoying or making an effort to behave sociably in the company of others.
不合群的；不爱交际的
Terry was grumpy and unsociable
特里脾气坏，也不爱交际。
Example sentencesExamples
- Thus you appear somewhat unsociable and aloof.
- You'd think a little boy this popular would forget about a girl who was quiet and unsociable like him, but no… He would always find a way to make sure I wasn't alone, wasn't left out.
- There are farmers who are a worry because they stay at home, become unsociable and withdraw.
- You are absolutely the most rude, unsociable, uncivilized person I know!
- Once settled into this one, in tune with its surly, unsociable central character, columnist and freelance reporter Frank Corso, the reader will be reluctant to set the book aside, even for meals.
- We also have our own animal behaviourist, so if there are problems, she also takes a lot of the dogs in agility training, which is quite amazing because very often it is your most unsociable dog that takes to agility.
- That's the point of me being rude and cold and unsociable.
- A lonely man,… shy, distrustful, unsociable, irritable and brusque.
- She said that lately you've become quiet, unsociable, just… odd.
- They were serious alcoholics, each consuming a bottle of brandy a day, so Hugh kept them company in the habit of drinking, not to seem unsociable, and enjoyed beating them at ping-pong.
- Even twenty seven years into the past, you're still that quiet, unsociable, ghostlike little twit who sits in the back in math class and draws pictures of beings with emerald wings and golden eyes.
- He lost his hair, wrote with a trembling hand and later became withdrawn and unsociable - mercury poisoning can do this to you.
- For someone whose lifelong tendency in human interaction has ranged from detached to to unsociable and sometimes all the way to bitchy, it's very strange to find myself becoming pleasant, cordial, and downright nice.
- It is possible that the smaller dog felt threatened all the more so because he was held on a tight leash; alternatively, he may simply be unsociable.
- However, an even worse attitude is shown by his mother, who dares to question the distribution of leaflets justifiably vilifying her unsociable son.
- An Englishwoman, who met him in Burma, where his main intellectual pursuit was reading the Adelphi magazine, thought him ‘brusque and unsociable with no small talk’.
- The same survey suggests we are rearing a generation of unsociable and reticent youngsters.
- Manet was charming, with a richer, warmer, more responsive personality; the unsociable, caustic Degas was guarded and hostile.
- Marshall plays unsociable, awkward detective Luke Stone, and his senior officer and partner is played by Amanda Donohoe.
- Second, of course, is that I'm notoriously unsociable anyway.
Synonyms
unfriendly, unamiable, unaffable, uncongenial, unneighbourly, inhospitable, hostile, unapproachable, reclusive, introverted, solitary, private, misanthropic, uncommunicative, unforthcoming, reticent, reserved, withdrawn, aloof, distant, remote, detached, stand-offish, unsocial, antisocial, taciturn, silent, quiet, sulky, mopey, mopish, uncivil, rude, cold, cool, chilly, frigid, haughty, suspicious, distrustful, scowling, glowering
1. 1.1 Not conducive to friendly social relations.
  不利于交际的
  watching TV is a fairly unsociable activity
  看电视是相当不利于社交的活动。
  Example sentencesExamples
  He went on: ‘Although drink driving has now become unsociable, it's about time that we accept that people driving in a sleepified state should also be social outcasts.’
  And courier firms, despite employing lots of people to drive unsociable hours through the night to fulfil next day deliveries, flatly refuse to deliver anywhere outside of 9-5.
  Waiting staff and catering assistants don't only have to put up with occasionally rude customers and unsociable working hours, but they're not even paid all that well to make up for it.
  Many key workers are shift workers and no consideration has been given as to how are they meant to get to and from work at unsociable hours.
  Mr Boxall said the Fireworks Regulations 2004 introduced a series of measures to tackle the nuisance caused by fireworks, including a ban on noisy ones and fireworks being set off in unsociable hours.
  We don't think it is reasonable to pay the enhanced rates paid for unsociable hours working when people are off sick and I know that many other organisations follow a similar principle.
  We choose to work these hours, albeit unsociable, to fit in with other commitments, ie: children, working partners and running homes, and you must agree that the hours offered to us are not family-friendly.
  It is completely unsociable behaviour which is totally unacceptable.
  Officers recognise their job means working unsociable hours, but we are worried it could lead to overload.
  He had enjoyed a good salary for working unsociable hours and the abundant free time during the day for his private research projects.
  But a staff source said today the letter had fuelled uncertainty about the future of the traditional service where many of the 100 wardens are over 40 and do not work the unsociable shifts covered by the younger PCSOs.
  The government took a strong view on this and smoking was now looked upon unsociable, the first time since the 1930's when it was glamorous to smoke.
  In addition, the Connery household apparently play loud music at unsociable hours and generally ‘stomp about’.
  It's unsociable behaviour which we have to deal with in the best way we can.
  ‘It would seem inevitable that bigger tankers will be required and these may be forced to travel outside working hours and collect milk at unsociable hours,’ said Senator Kenneally.
  The figure compares favourably with the 100 per cent average for the hotel and catering industry, where unsociable hours and shift work make it a short-term job option for many people.
  Not only is their action unsociable but it also displays an irreverence to the memory of the dead soldiers it commemorates and a disrespect for those people who have spent so much time and money on looking after the monument.
  Despite the unsociable behaviour of some, which was particularly off-putting to visitors to the Halloween Fair this often ‘dreaded’ time of the year passed off reasonably well.
  Parents have known it all along - but it seems today's teenagers are worse than ever when it comes to unsociable habits.
  Shift workers throughout North Yorkshire rely on private transport to commute during unsociable hours.
  Synonyms
  solitary, lonely, companionless, unaccompanied, by oneself, on one's own, alone, all alone, friendless

Usage

There is some overlap in the use of the adjectives unsociable, unsocial, and antisocial, but they also have distinct core meanings. Generally speaking, unsociable means ‘not enjoying the company of others’, as in Terry was grumpy and unsociable. Antisocial means ‘contrary to the laws and customs of a society’, as in aggressive and antisocial behaviour. Unsocial is usually only used to describe hours ‘falling outside the normal working day’, as in employees were expected to work unsocial hours

Derivatives

unsociability

nounʌnsəʊʃəˈbɪlɪtiˌənsoʊʃəˈbɪlədi

There are times when cities simply aren't appropriate; moments of unsociability being a prime example.
Example sentencesExamples
- He was notorious for his unsociability, slovenly dress and closeness with money.
- Not that he had many fans here while he was alive, thanks to his shyness, unsociability and general all-round grumpiness.
- The accusations of unsociability, of individualism, of aristocratism, were closely connected with this particular mood.
- Barnett overcorrects, however, by claiming that a Lockean theory of man's natural unsociability is the Constitution's core principle, giving each individual an effective veto over all laws.

unsociableness

noun

Yes, his present feeling of unsociableness went deeper than mere fatigue: it was a kind of deliberate turning-in on himself.
Example sentencesExamples
- Researchers found no statistically significant differences among such children in the prevalence of emotional or behavioral problems such as unsociableness, emotional difficulty, hyperactivity, or conduct problems.
- Apologies in advance for not coming to the party tonight - a severe attack of unsociableness has left me needing to stay in all weekend… Hope it's a good'un and with any luck I'll see you soon!
- Some people were entranced by Széchenyi's impetuousness; others considered his unpredictable mood changes to be signs of unsociableness and unreliability.
- His stature was reduced, his unsociableness seemed modified; he now looked to be a smallish, friendless person.

unsociably

adverb

We leave Tokyo unsociably early a little before 5.
Example sentencesExamples
- Be aware that sometimes the most normally reliable of teenagers can behave unsociably when in a group.
- If both of the above statements are true, what you have is an amp that is unsociably loud for home use.
- Unfortunately there will always be a minority of people who behave unsociably, and this is a first class initiative being brought in by the new Chief Constable, at the request of the Passenger Transport Authority and
- Our waste collection is unsociably early on Tuesday mornings.

Definition of unsociable in US English:

unsociable

adjectiveˌənˈsōSHəb(ə)lˌənˈsoʊʃəb(ə)l

1Not enjoying or making an effort to behave sociably in the company of others.
不合群的；不爱交际的
Terry was grumpy and unsociable
特里脾气坏，也不爱交际。
Example sentencesExamples
- We also have our own animal behaviourist, so if there are problems, she also takes a lot of the dogs in agility training, which is quite amazing because very often it is your most unsociable dog that takes to agility.
- Second, of course, is that I'm notoriously unsociable anyway.
- She said that lately you've become quiet, unsociable, just… odd.
- Marshall plays unsociable, awkward detective Luke Stone, and his senior officer and partner is played by Amanda Donohoe.
- Manet was charming, with a richer, warmer, more responsive personality; the unsociable, caustic Degas was guarded and hostile.
- You'd think a little boy this popular would forget about a girl who was quiet and unsociable like him, but no… He would always find a way to make sure I wasn't alone, wasn't left out.
- They were serious alcoholics, each consuming a bottle of brandy a day, so Hugh kept them company in the habit of drinking, not to seem unsociable, and enjoyed beating them at ping-pong.
- For someone whose lifelong tendency in human interaction has ranged from detached to to unsociable and sometimes all the way to bitchy, it's very strange to find myself becoming pleasant, cordial, and downright nice.
- Once settled into this one, in tune with its surly, unsociable central character, columnist and freelance reporter Frank Corso, the reader will be reluctant to set the book aside, even for meals.
- There are farmers who are a worry because they stay at home, become unsociable and withdraw.
- The same survey suggests we are rearing a generation of unsociable and reticent youngsters.
- That's the point of me being rude and cold and unsociable.
- It is possible that the smaller dog felt threatened all the more so because he was held on a tight leash; alternatively, he may simply be unsociable.
- However, an even worse attitude is shown by his mother, who dares to question the distribution of leaflets justifiably vilifying her unsociable son.
- A lonely man,… shy, distrustful, unsociable, irritable and brusque.
- Thus you appear somewhat unsociable and aloof.
- Even twenty seven years into the past, you're still that quiet, unsociable, ghostlike little twit who sits in the back in math class and draws pictures of beings with emerald wings and golden eyes.
- He lost his hair, wrote with a trembling hand and later became withdrawn and unsociable - mercury poisoning can do this to you.
- An Englishwoman, who met him in Burma, where his main intellectual pursuit was reading the Adelphi magazine, thought him ‘brusque and unsociable with no small talk’.
- You are absolutely the most rude, unsociable, uncivilized person I know!
Synonyms
unfriendly, unamiable, unaffable, uncongenial, unneighbourly, inhospitable, hostile, unapproachable, reclusive, introverted, solitary, private, misanthropic, uncommunicative, unforthcoming, reticent, reserved, withdrawn, aloof, distant, remote, detached, stand-offish, unsocial, antisocial, taciturn, silent, quiet, sulky, mopey, mopish, uncivil, rude, cold, cool, chilly, frigid, haughty, suspicious, distrustful, scowling, glowering
1. 1.1 Not conducive to friendly social relations.
  不利于交际的
  watching TV is a fairly unsociable activity
  看电视是相当不利于社交的活动。
  Example sentencesExamples
  In addition, the Connery household apparently play loud music at unsociable hours and generally ‘stomp about’.
  Waiting staff and catering assistants don't only have to put up with occasionally rude customers and unsociable working hours, but they're not even paid all that well to make up for it.
  The figure compares favourably with the 100 per cent average for the hotel and catering industry, where unsociable hours and shift work make it a short-term job option for many people.
  And courier firms, despite employing lots of people to drive unsociable hours through the night to fulfil next day deliveries, flatly refuse to deliver anywhere outside of 9-5.
  He went on: ‘Although drink driving has now become unsociable, it's about time that we accept that people driving in a sleepified state should also be social outcasts.’
  Not only is their action unsociable but it also displays an irreverence to the memory of the dead soldiers it commemorates and a disrespect for those people who have spent so much time and money on looking after the monument.
  Mr Boxall said the Fireworks Regulations 2004 introduced a series of measures to tackle the nuisance caused by fireworks, including a ban on noisy ones and fireworks being set off in unsociable hours.
  ‘It would seem inevitable that bigger tankers will be required and these may be forced to travel outside working hours and collect milk at unsociable hours,’ said Senator Kenneally.
  We don't think it is reasonable to pay the enhanced rates paid for unsociable hours working when people are off sick and I know that many other organisations follow a similar principle.
  It's unsociable behaviour which we have to deal with in the best way we can.
  It is completely unsociable behaviour which is totally unacceptable.
  Many key workers are shift workers and no consideration has been given as to how are they meant to get to and from work at unsociable hours.
  Parents have known it all along - but it seems today's teenagers are worse than ever when it comes to unsociable habits.
  Shift workers throughout North Yorkshire rely on private transport to commute during unsociable hours.
  He had enjoyed a good salary for working unsociable hours and the abundant free time during the day for his private research projects.
  We choose to work these hours, albeit unsociable, to fit in with other commitments, ie: children, working partners and running homes, and you must agree that the hours offered to us are not family-friendly.
  But a staff source said today the letter had fuelled uncertainty about the future of the traditional service where many of the 100 wardens are over 40 and do not work the unsociable shifts covered by the younger PCSOs.
  Officers recognise their job means working unsociable hours, but we are worried it could lead to overload.
  The government took a strong view on this and smoking was now looked upon unsociable, the first time since the 1930's when it was glamorous to smoke.
  Despite the unsociable behaviour of some, which was particularly off-putting to visitors to the Halloween Fair this often ‘dreaded’ time of the year passed off reasonably well.
  Synonyms
  solitary, lonely, companionless, unaccompanied, by oneself, on one's own, alone, all alone, friendless

Usage

There is some overlap in the use of the adjectives unsociable, unsocial, and antisocial, but they also have distinct core meanings. Generally speaking, unsociable means ‘not enjoying, or avoiding, the company of others’: Terry was grumpy and unsociable. Antisocial can be used as a synonym for unsociable, but can further be used to mean ‘contrary to the laws and customs of a society’: aggressive and antisocial behavior. Unsocial can be used as a synonym for unsociable as well, but it may also denote a preference for solitude and not hostility toward company: Ben's feeling a little tired and unsocial tonight

单词	unsociable
释义	Definition of unsociable in English: unsociable adjectiveʌnˈsəʊʃəb(ə)lˌənˈsoʊʃəb(ə)l 1Not enjoying or making an effort to behave sociably in the company of others. 不合群的；不爱交际的 Terry was grumpy and unsociable 特里脾气坏，也不爱交际。 Example sentencesExamples Thus you appear somewhat unsociable and aloof. You'd think a little boy this popular would forget about a girl who was quiet and unsociable like him, but no… He would always find a way to make sure I wasn't alone, wasn't left out. There are farmers who are a worry because they stay at home, become unsociable and withdraw. You are absolutely the most rude, unsociable, uncivilized person I know! Once settled into this one, in tune with its surly, unsociable central character, columnist and freelance reporter Frank Corso, the reader will be reluctant to set the book aside, even for meals. We also have our own animal behaviourist, so if there are problems, she also takes a lot of the dogs in agility training, which is quite amazing because very often it is your most unsociable dog that takes to agility. That's the point of me being rude and cold and unsociable. A lonely man,… shy, distrustful, unsociable, irritable and brusque. She said that lately you've become quiet, unsociable, just… odd. They were serious alcoholics, each consuming a bottle of brandy a day, so Hugh kept them company in the habit of drinking, not to seem unsociable, and enjoyed beating them at ping-pong. Even twenty seven years into the past, you're still that quiet, unsociable, ghostlike little twit who sits in the back in math class and draws pictures of beings with emerald wings and golden eyes. He lost his hair, wrote with a trembling hand and later became withdrawn and unsociable - mercury poisoning can do this to you. For someone whose lifelong tendency in human interaction has ranged from detached to to unsociable and sometimes all the way to bitchy, it's very strange to find myself becoming pleasant, cordial, and downright nice. It is possible that the smaller dog felt threatened all the more so because he was held on a tight leash; alternatively, he may simply be unsociable. However, an even worse attitude is shown by his mother, who dares to question the distribution of leaflets justifiably vilifying her unsociable son. An Englishwoman, who met him in Burma, where his main intellectual pursuit was reading the Adelphi magazine, thought him ‘brusque and unsociable with no small talk’. The same survey suggests we are rearing a generation of unsociable and reticent youngsters. Manet was charming, with a richer, warmer, more responsive personality; the unsociable, caustic Degas was guarded and hostile. Marshall plays unsociable, awkward detective Luke Stone, and his senior officer and partner is played by Amanda Donohoe. Second, of course, is that I'm notoriously unsociable anyway. Synonyms unfriendly, unamiable, unaffable, uncongenial, unneighbourly, inhospitable, hostile, unapproachable, reclusive, introverted, solitary, private, misanthropic, uncommunicative, unforthcoming, reticent, reserved, withdrawn, aloof, distant, remote, detached, stand-offish, unsocial, antisocial, taciturn, silent, quiet, sulky, mopey, mopish, uncivil, rude, cold, cool, chilly, frigid, haughty, suspicious, distrustful, scowling, glowering 1.1 Not conducive to friendly social relations. 不利于交际的 watching TV is a fairly unsociable activity 看电视是相当不利于社交的活动。 Example sentencesExamples He went on: ‘Although drink driving has now become unsociable, it's about time that we accept that people driving in a sleepified state should also be social outcasts.’ And courier firms, despite employing lots of people to drive unsociable hours through the night to fulfil next day deliveries, flatly refuse to deliver anywhere outside of 9-5. Waiting staff and catering assistants don't only have to put up with occasionally rude customers and unsociable working hours, but they're not even paid all that well to make up for it. Many key workers are shift workers and no consideration has been given as to how are they meant to get to and from work at unsociable hours. Mr Boxall said the Fireworks Regulations 2004 introduced a series of measures to tackle the nuisance caused by fireworks, including a ban on noisy ones and fireworks being set off in unsociable hours. We don't think it is reasonable to pay the enhanced rates paid for unsociable hours working when people are off sick and I know that many other organisations follow a similar principle. We choose to work these hours, albeit unsociable, to fit in with other commitments, ie: children, working partners and running homes, and you must agree that the hours offered to us are not family-friendly. It is completely unsociable behaviour which is totally unacceptable. Officers recognise their job means working unsociable hours, but we are worried it could lead to overload. He had enjoyed a good salary for working unsociable hours and the abundant free time during the day for his private research projects. But a staff source said today the letter had fuelled uncertainty about the future of the traditional service where many of the 100 wardens are over 40 and do not work the unsociable shifts covered by the younger PCSOs. The government took a strong view on this and smoking was now looked upon unsociable, the first time since the 1930's when it was glamorous to smoke. In addition, the Connery household apparently play loud music at unsociable hours and generally ‘stomp about’. It's unsociable behaviour which we have to deal with in the best way we can. ‘It would seem inevitable that bigger tankers will be required and these may be forced to travel outside working hours and collect milk at unsociable hours,’ said Senator Kenneally. The figure compares favourably with the 100 per cent average for the hotel and catering industry, where unsociable hours and shift work make it a short-term job option for many people. Not only is their action unsociable but it also displays an irreverence to the memory of the dead soldiers it commemorates and a disrespect for those people who have spent so much time and money on looking after the monument. Despite the unsociable behaviour of some, which was particularly off-putting to visitors to the Halloween Fair this often ‘dreaded’ time of the year passed off reasonably well. Parents have known it all along - but it seems today's teenagers are worse than ever when it comes to unsociable habits. Shift workers throughout North Yorkshire rely on private transport to commute during unsociable hours. Synonyms solitary, lonely, companionless, unaccompanied, by oneself, on one's own, alone, all alone, friendless Usage There is some overlap in the use of the adjectives unsociable, unsocial, and antisocial, but they also have distinct core meanings. Generally speaking, unsociable means ‘not enjoying the company of others’, as in Terry was grumpy and unsociable. Antisocial means ‘contrary to the laws and customs of a society’, as in aggressive and antisocial behaviour. Unsocial is usually only used to describe hours ‘falling outside the normal working day’, as in employees were expected to work unsocial hours Derivatives unsociability nounʌnsəʊʃəˈbɪlɪtiˌənsoʊʃəˈbɪlədi There are times when cities simply aren't appropriate; moments of unsociability being a prime example. Example sentencesExamples He was notorious for his unsociability, slovenly dress and closeness with money. Not that he had many fans here while he was alive, thanks to his shyness, unsociability and general all-round grumpiness. The accusations of unsociability, of individualism, of aristocratism, were closely connected with this particular mood. Barnett overcorrects, however, by claiming that a Lockean theory of man's natural unsociability is the Constitution's core principle, giving each individual an effective veto over all laws. unsociableness noun Yes, his present feeling of unsociableness went deeper than mere fatigue: it was a kind of deliberate turning-in on himself. Example sentencesExamples Researchers found no statistically significant differences among such children in the prevalence of emotional or behavioral problems such as unsociableness, emotional difficulty, hyperactivity, or conduct problems. Apologies in advance for not coming to the party tonight - a severe attack of unsociableness has left me needing to stay in all weekend… Hope it's a good'un and with any luck I'll see you soon! Some people were entranced by Széchenyi's impetuousness; others considered his unpredictable mood changes to be signs of unsociableness and unreliability. His stature was reduced, his unsociableness seemed modified; he now looked to be a smallish, friendless person. unsociably adverb We leave Tokyo unsociably early a little before 5. Example sentencesExamples Be aware that sometimes the most normally reliable of teenagers can behave unsociably when in a group. If both of the above statements are true, what you have is an amp that is unsociably loud for home use. Unfortunately there will always be a minority of people who behave unsociably, and this is a first class initiative being brought in by the new Chief Constable, at the request of the Passenger Transport Authority and Our waste collection is unsociably early on Tuesday mornings. Definition of unsociable in US English: unsociable adjectiveˌənˈsōSHəb(ə)lˌənˈsoʊʃəb(ə)l 1Not enjoying or making an effort to behave sociably in the company of others. 不合群的；不爱交际的 Terry was grumpy and unsociable 特里脾气坏，也不爱交际。 Example sentencesExamples We also have our own animal behaviourist, so if there are problems, she also takes a lot of the dogs in agility training, which is quite amazing because very often it is your most unsociable dog that takes to agility. Second, of course, is that I'm notoriously unsociable anyway. She said that lately you've become quiet, unsociable, just… odd. Marshall plays unsociable, awkward detective Luke Stone, and his senior officer and partner is played by Amanda Donohoe. Manet was charming, with a richer, warmer, more responsive personality; the unsociable, caustic Degas was guarded and hostile. You'd think a little boy this popular would forget about a girl who was quiet and unsociable like him, but no… He would always find a way to make sure I wasn't alone, wasn't left out. They were serious alcoholics, each consuming a bottle of brandy a day, so Hugh kept them company in the habit of drinking, not to seem unsociable, and enjoyed beating them at ping-pong. For someone whose lifelong tendency in human interaction has ranged from detached to to unsociable and sometimes all the way to bitchy, it's very strange to find myself becoming pleasant, cordial, and downright nice. Once settled into this one, in tune with its surly, unsociable central character, columnist and freelance reporter Frank Corso, the reader will be reluctant to set the book aside, even for meals. There are farmers who are a worry because they stay at home, become unsociable and withdraw. The same survey suggests we are rearing a generation of unsociable and reticent youngsters. That's the point of me being rude and cold and unsociable. It is possible that the smaller dog felt threatened all the more so because he was held on a tight leash; alternatively, he may simply be unsociable. However, an even worse attitude is shown by his mother, who dares to question the distribution of leaflets justifiably vilifying her unsociable son. A lonely man,… shy, distrustful, unsociable, irritable and brusque. Thus you appear somewhat unsociable and aloof. Even twenty seven years into the past, you're still that quiet, unsociable, ghostlike little twit who sits in the back in math class and draws pictures of beings with emerald wings and golden eyes. He lost his hair, wrote with a trembling hand and later became withdrawn and unsociable - mercury poisoning can do this to you. An Englishwoman, who met him in Burma, where his main intellectual pursuit was reading the Adelphi magazine, thought him ‘brusque and unsociable with no small talk’. You are absolutely the most rude, unsociable, uncivilized person I know! Synonyms unfriendly, unamiable, unaffable, uncongenial, unneighbourly, inhospitable, hostile, unapproachable, reclusive, introverted, solitary, private, misanthropic, uncommunicative, unforthcoming, reticent, reserved, withdrawn, aloof, distant, remote, detached, stand-offish, unsocial, antisocial, taciturn, silent, quiet, sulky, mopey, mopish, uncivil, rude, cold, cool, chilly, frigid, haughty, suspicious, distrustful, scowling, glowering 1.1 Not conducive to friendly social relations. 不利于交际的 watching TV is a fairly unsociable activity 看电视是相当不利于社交的活动。 Example sentencesExamples In addition, the Connery household apparently play loud music at unsociable hours and generally ‘stomp about’. Waiting staff and catering assistants don't only have to put up with occasionally rude customers and unsociable working hours, but they're not even paid all that well to make up for it. The figure compares favourably with the 100 per cent average for the hotel and catering industry, where unsociable hours and shift work make it a short-term job option for many people. And courier firms, despite employing lots of people to drive unsociable hours through the night to fulfil next day deliveries, flatly refuse to deliver anywhere outside of 9-5. He went on: ‘Although drink driving has now become unsociable, it's about time that we accept that people driving in a sleepified state should also be social outcasts.’ Not only is their action unsociable but it also displays an irreverence to the memory of the dead soldiers it commemorates and a disrespect for those people who have spent so much time and money on looking after the monument. Mr Boxall said the Fireworks Regulations 2004 introduced a series of measures to tackle the nuisance caused by fireworks, including a ban on noisy ones and fireworks being set off in unsociable hours. ‘It would seem inevitable that bigger tankers will be required and these may be forced to travel outside working hours and collect milk at unsociable hours,’ said Senator Kenneally. We don't think it is reasonable to pay the enhanced rates paid for unsociable hours working when people are off sick and I know that many other organisations follow a similar principle. It's unsociable behaviour which we have to deal with in the best way we can. It is completely unsociable behaviour which is totally unacceptable. Many key workers are shift workers and no consideration has been given as to how are they meant to get to and from work at unsociable hours. Parents have known it all along - but it seems today's teenagers are worse than ever when it comes to unsociable habits. Shift workers throughout North Yorkshire rely on private transport to commute during unsociable hours. He had enjoyed a good salary for working unsociable hours and the abundant free time during the day for his private research projects. We choose to work these hours, albeit unsociable, to fit in with other commitments, ie: children, working partners and running homes, and you must agree that the hours offered to us are not family-friendly. But a staff source said today the letter had fuelled uncertainty about the future of the traditional service where many of the 100 wardens are over 40 and do not work the unsociable shifts covered by the younger PCSOs. Officers recognise their job means working unsociable hours, but we are worried it could lead to overload. The government took a strong view on this and smoking was now looked upon unsociable, the first time since the 1930's when it was glamorous to smoke. Despite the unsociable behaviour of some, which was particularly off-putting to visitors to the Halloween Fair this often ‘dreaded’ time of the year passed off reasonably well. Synonyms solitary, lonely, companionless, unaccompanied, by oneself, on one's own, alone, all alone, friendless Usage There is some overlap in the use of the adjectives unsociable, unsocial, and antisocial, but they also have distinct core meanings. Generally speaking, unsociable means ‘not enjoying, or avoiding, the company of others’: Terry was grumpy and unsociable. Antisocial can be used as a synonym for unsociable, but can further be used to mean ‘contrary to the laws and customs of a society’: aggressive and antisocial behavior. Unsocial can be used as a synonym for unsociable as well, but it may also denote a preference for solitude and not hostility toward company: Ben's feeling a little tired and unsocial tonight
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