Recalcitrance [noun]
Definition of Recalcitrance:
defiance
Synonyms of Recalcitrance:
● Stump
● Summons
● Contempt
● Temerity
● Cartel
● Spite
● Guts
● Lip
● Dare
● Call
● Boldness
● Gas
● Bravado
● Despite
● Affront
● Sass
● Muster
● Revolt
● Order
● Audacity
● Command
● Big talk
● Defy
● Hot air
Opposite/Antonyms of Recalcitrance:
● Peace
● Harmony
● Timidity
● Caution
● Care
● Respect
● Love
● Humility
● Answer
● Modesty
● Calm
● Fear
Sentence/Example of Recalcitrance:
I have no doubt that this recalcitrance to the crime-novel is a culpa, if not a culpa maxima.
The day of the Upcott visit came, and, in spite of all recalcitrance, Roger was made to mount the motor beside his wife.
I think Oswald justified it by means of his recalcitrance, kind of a reverse self-esteem.
His recalcitrance—she said—was a symptom of his whole attitude; he was taking it lying down.
The memorandum testifies to the strength of Bruce's hold on the country, and to the recalcitrance of Edward's barons.