asocial

[ ey-soh-shuhl ]

adjective

1. not sociable or gregarious; withdrawn from society.
2. indifferent to or averse to conforming to conventional standards of behavior.
3. inconsiderate of others; selfish; egocentric.

asocial

/ eɪˈsəʊʃəl /

adjective

1. avoiding contact; not gregarious
2. unconcerned about the welfare of others
3. hostile to society or social practices

Word History and Origins

Origin of asocial¹

First recorded in 1880–85; a- ⁶ + social

Example Sentences

“The asocial aspect of it is really appealing,” Soderbergh went on to say of his new career choice.

From The Daily Beast

Our study of Buddhism has brought to light its extremely individualistic nature, and its lack of asocial ideal.

From Project Gutenberg

Related Words

• antisocial
• boorish
• impolite
• indiscreet
• insensitive
• reckless
• rude