recalcitrance

[US]/ri'kælsitrəns/
[UK]/rɪˈkælsɪtrəns/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. resistance; stubbornness; disobedience.

Example Sentences

Your recalcitrance obliges firmness on my part.

I hate recalcitrance, boorishness and disrespect for people.I have an inquiring mind and take an interest in everything new and unexplored.

His recalcitrance towards authority often got him into trouble.

Despite her recalcitrance, she eventually agreed to the terms.

The teacher was frustrated by the student's recalcitrance to follow instructions.

Dealing with his recalcitrance requires a lot of patience.

The company had to take action due to the employee's recalcitrance.

Her recalcitrance to change made the project difficult to complete.

The team's progress was hindered by the manager's recalcitrance to new ideas.

The child's recalcitrance to eat vegetables made meal times a challenge.

She showed recalcitrance towards any form of authority.

The project was delayed due to the team's recalcitrance to collaborate.

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