Definition of Recalcitrance

stubborn or resistant to authority

Examples of Recalcitrance in a sentence

Nigel’s recalcitrance often has him refusing to do what the teacher asks of him in class.  🔊

My mother is very displeased with my recalcitrance, claiming that I shouldn’t defy her as much as I do.  🔊

The recalcitrance of the rebel forces is probably why they are revolting against the government in the first place.  🔊

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