recalcitrant [adjective]

Definition of recalcitrant:

stubbornly resistant to authority or control

Synonyms of recalcitrant:

● Fractious

● Refractory

● Stubborn

● Obstinate

● Unruly

● Unmanageable

● Contumacious

● Intractable

● Disobedient

● Insubordinate


Opposite/Antonyms of recalcitrant:

● Compliant

● Submissive

● Desirous

● Amenable

● Obedient

● Passive

● Biddable

● Cooperative

● Docile


Sentence/Example of recalcitrant:

The Commissioner's powers to approve, audit and discipline recalcitrantplayers are uncertain in the Bill.