unreceptive

/ˈʌnrəˌsɛptɪv/
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Definitions of unreceptive
  1. adjective
    not receptive
    synonyms:
    closed, unsympathetic
    not having an open mind
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    antonyms:
    receptive
    ready or willing to receive favorably
    acceptant, acceptive
    accepting willingly
    admissive
    characterized by or allowing admission
    assimilative
    capable of mentally absorbing
    hospitable
    having an open mind
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