Recalcitrant
Definition: Having an obstinately uncooperative attitude toward authority or discipline (adjective)
Example: The recalcitrant student refused to follow any classroom rules.
Synonyms: defiant, stubborn
Antonyms: compliant, cooperative
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Questions about Recalcitrant
What does “Recalcitrant” mean?
Recalcitrant (adjective) means having an obstinately uncooperative attitude toward authority or discipline
How do you use “Recalcitrant” in a sentence?
The recalcitrant student refused to follow any classroom rules.
What are synonyms of “Recalcitrant”?
Words with a similar meaning to Recalcitrant include defiant, stubborn. Opposites include compliant, cooperative.
Is “Recalcitrant” a test vocabulary word?
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