The Opposite(Antonym) of “beholden”
The antonyms of beholden are ungrateful and disobliged. These words convey a lack of gratitude or obligation towards someone who has done something for them.
Explore all Antonyms of “beholden”
Definitions and Examples of ungrateful, disobliged
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Not feeling or showing gratitude or appreciation.
Example
Despite all the help he received, he remained ungrateful and never thanked anyone.
Not under an obligation to do something for someone.
Example
He felt disobliged to help his friend move because he had other commitments.
Key Differences: ungrateful vs disobliged
- 1Ungrateful describes a person who does not feel or show gratitude towards someone who has helped them.
- 2Disobliged describes a person who is not obligated to do something for someone else.
Effective Usage of ungrateful, disobliged
- 1Express Gratitude: Use beholden to express gratitude towards someone who has helped you.
- 2Show Displeasure: Use ungrateful to express displeasure towards someone who has not shown gratitude.
- 3Clarify Obligations: Use disobliged to clarify that you are not obligated to do something for someone else.
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Remember this!
The antonyms of beholden are ungrateful and disobliged. Use beholden to express gratitude, ungrateful to express displeasure, and disobliged to clarify obligations.
