unkind

• Qualifie une personne ou une action qui n'est pas aimable, généreuse ou attentionnée, manquant de gentillesse ou de bienveillance.

Describes a person or action that is not friendly, generous, or considerate.

1. Lacking kindnessA2formal

   Not showing or having kindness; harsh or cruel in behavior or words.

   dépourvu de bonté

   • It was unkind of him to ignore her request for help.
   • She made an unkind remark about his appearance.
   • The teacher's unkind words upset the student.

   Synonymescallouscruelharshheartlessinsensitivemaliciousmeannastyspitefulthoughtless

   Antonymesbenevolentcaringcharitablecompassionategentlegracioushumanekindsympatheticwarmhearted

2. Deficient in humane feelingsB1formal

   Lacking compassion, sympathy, or consideration for others.

   Dénué de sentiments humains

   • His unkind treatment of the animals shocked everyone.
   • The manager's unkind attitude created a hostile work environment.
   • It is unkind to mock someone for their mistakes.

   Synonymescallouscold-bloodedcruelharshheartlessinconsideratemeanspitefulunfeelingunsympathetic

   Antonymesbenevolentcompassionateconsideratehumanekindmercifulsympathetic