uncool

adjective

un·cool | \ ˌən-ˈkül

Definition of uncool

1 : lacking in assurance, sophistication, or self-control

2 : failing to accord with the values or styles (as of dress or behavior) of a particular group : not accepted or admired as cool or proper driving an uncool car an uncool remark

Examples of uncool in a Sentence

Her parents' car is totally uncool. It's uncool to lie to your friends.

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