What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
unsupporting
Example
I feel like my boss is unsupportive of my career goals. [unsupportive: adjective]
Example
The team was unsupportive of the new project proposal. [unsupportive: adjective]
unsympathetic
Example
The teacher was unsympathetic towards the student's personal circumstances. [unsympathetic: adjective]
Example
The politician's response to the crisis was unsympathetic and lacked empathy. [unsympathetic: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Unsupportive is more commonly used than unsympathetic in everyday language, especially in professional or work-related contexts. Unsympathetic is a stronger word with a more intense negative connotation, and is typically reserved for more serious situations.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between unsupporting and unsympathetic?
Both unsupportive and unsympathetic are generally considered informal words, but can be used in formal contexts depending on the situation and tone of the conversation.
