* Formal: The uncooperative witness refused to answer any questions, hindering the investigation.
* Informal: My toddler was so uncooperative at bedtime, it took me an hour to get him to sleep.
* Descriptive: The stubborn mule was uncooperative, refusing to budge despite the farmer's best efforts.
* Figurative: The weather was uncooperative for our picnic, pouring rain instead of sunshine.
* Sarcastic: Thanks for being so uncooperative and helping me move this heavy box. (implies the opposite of helpfulness)
The meaning of "uncooperative" can be adjusted based on the tone and context of the sentence.