Synonyms for

Recalcitrant

Verb / rɪˈkælsɪtrʌnt / Another word for recalcitrant — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

having an obstinately uncooperative attitude towards authority or discipline

Synonyms & similar words

refractory fractious stubborn unruly defiant disobedient contrary headstrong rebellious unmanageable wayward intractable unyielding obstinate uncooperative refractory pigheaded mulish bullheaded unwilling resistant

Example sentences

  1. The horse was recalcitrant and refused to obey its rider.
  2. The recalcitrant employee was fired for not following company policies.
  3. The politician faced opposition from recalcitrant members of his party.
  4. The teacher struggled to control the recalcitrant class.
  5. The recalcitrant teenager refused to listen to his parents.

Quotes

  • The recalcitrant child is not a faulty product of modern institutions; he is the creation of the medieval household.
  • The recalcitrant artist is not a faulty machine. He is a sensitive, emotional human being who need to grow.
  • The recalcitrant patient is not a difficult patient. He is a patient who has a difficult disease.

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