Definition of Recalcitrant
Recalcitrant
re·cal·ci·trant
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(adjective)
having an uncooperative and defiant attitude towards restraint, authority, or discipline; obstinate;
e.g. The recalcitrant child refused to adhere to his punishment after breaking his friend's toy.
(noun)
a person who is obstinately uncooperative and defiant towards restraint, authority, or discipline;
e.g. The immature recalcitrant never listened to anyone.
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