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Definition of Recalcitrant
1. Adjective. Stubbornly resistant to authority or control. "A refractory child"
Exact synonyms: Fractious, Refractory
Similar to: Disobedient
Derivative terms: Fractiousness, Refractoriness
Similar to: Disobedient
Derivative terms: Fractiousness, Refractoriness
2. Adjective. Marked by stubborn resistance to authority. "The University suspended the most recalcitrant demonstrators"
Definition of Recalcitrant
1. a. Kicking back; recalcitrating; hence, showing repugnance or opposition; refractory.
Definition of Recalcitrant
1. Adjective. Marked by a stubborn unwillingness to obey authority. ¹
2. Adjective. Unwilling to cooperate socially. ¹
3. Adjective. Difficult to deal with or to operate. ¹
4. Noun. A person who is recalcitrant. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Recalcitrant
1. [n -S]
Medical Definition of Recalcitrant
1. Resistant to microbial attack. (09 Oct 1997)