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unforthcoming

adj · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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adj

Meaning 1

Not forthcoming; laconic or uncooperative.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • The coach's manner was dour and unforthcoming.
  • The leaders of the Wall Cult seem to be aware of the truth, but remain wholly unforthcoming.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

From un- + forthcoming.