Disobligingly
In a way that is deliberately unhelpful, unfriendly, or discourteous; with a lack of consideration for others. It implies a conscious choice to behave in a manner that inconveniences, frustrates, or upsets someone. The act often involves withholding assistance, making a negative statement, or exhibiting an overall attitude of indifference or rudeness. The focus is on a deliberate withholding of cooperation or a curt, even hostile, demeanor. The behavior contrasts starkly with helpfulness, kindness, or empathy.
Disobligingly meaning with examples
- The shop assistant, disobligingly, refused to help me find an item, simply pointing to a general direction. Her abruptness made me feel like I was inconveniencing her, and I ultimately left the store without making a purchase, which I feel was a consequence of her actions.
- When I asked for a second opinion, the doctor answered disobligingly, brushing off my concerns. Her dismissive tone and lack of explanation left me feeling worried and unheard, and I felt I was being ignored despite my fears.
- He spoke disobligingly to the waiter about the delayed order, scowling as he delivered a harsh critique. His attitude was completely uncalled for, and I saw the waiter try to remain professional under the harsh judgement, trying to rectify the issue.
- The customer service representative, speaking disobligingly, provided minimal and incomplete information. Her curt responses and lack of initiative to solve my problem left me feeling frustrated and with an unresolved issue.
- Instead of offering assistance, the mechanic looked disobligingly, and muttered about the age of my car, making it feel impossible to have my car repaired. The mechanic's reluctance to help was evident, and made me feel like it would be very inconvenient for him to do the work.