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Definition of Recalcitrate
1. Verb. Show strong objection or repugnance; manifest vigorous opposition or resistance; be obstinately disobedient. "The Democratic senators recalcitrated against every proposal from the Republican side"
Definition of Recalcitrate
1. v. t. To kick against; to show repugnance to; to rebuff.
2. v. i. To kick back; to kick against anything; hence, to express repugnance or opposition.
Medical Definition of Recalcitrate
1. To kick against; to show repugnance to; to rebuff. "The more heartily did one disdain his disdain, and recalcitrate his tricks." (De Quincey) Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)