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uncooperativeness

[/ˌʌnkoʊˈɒpərətɪvnəs/]
noun
falta de cooperação
1. The quality or state of being unwilling to work together with others or to help
The team's uncooperativeness made it impossible to complete the project on time.
A falta de cooperação da equipe tornou impossível completar o projeto no prazo.
2. Resistance or refusal to participate in joint efforts or collaborative activities
His uncooperativeness during the negotiation hindered the agreement.
Sua falta de cooperação durante a negociação impediu o acordo.
Synonyms
non-cooperationunhelp fulnessresistanceobstructiondefiancerecalcitrance
Antonyms
cooperativenesshelpfulnesscollaborationwillingnesscompliance

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
falta de cooperação
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
falta de colaboração
Alternative form commonly used in business contexts
Portugal
falta de cooperação
Standard Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

not playing ball
throwing a wrench in the works
going against the grain
being difficult
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