recalcitrant
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ri
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ˈkæl
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sɪt
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rənt
rēnt
/ɹɪkˈælsɪtɹənt/

Definition & Meaning of "recalcitrant"in English

recalcitrant
01

resisting authority, control, or guidance

Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
qualitative
Superlative
most recalcitrant
Comparative
more recalcitrant
gradable
Examples
The recalcitrant student refused to follow classroom instructions.
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