Recalcitrant Meaning, Definitions, Synonyms & Antonyms

Recalcitrant [ri-kal-si-truhnt]

NOUN, ADJECTIVE

Having an obstinately uncooperative attitude toward the authority of principle.
Hard to deal with.
Difficult to manage.
If you describe someone or something as recalcitrant, it means that they are not cooperating or not willing to obey orders.

Example

"The recalcitrant authorities have been unresponsive on media's questioning as well."

"He clearly knew how to deal with the recalcitrant system."

Synonyms

Adjective: Fractious, Obstinate, Rebellious, Unruly, Wayward, Contrary, Insubmissive, Insubordinate, Stubbor, Rebellious, Intractable, Opposing

Antonyms

Adjective: Agreeable, Compliant, Manageable, Obedient, Yielding, Amenable, Passive, Governable, Pliable, Persuadable