1. recalcitrant - Noun
2. recalcitrant - Adjective
3. recalcitrant - Adjective Satellite
Kicking back; recalcitrating; hence, showing repugnance or opposition; refractory.
Source: Webster's dictionarySoon I knew the craft of experimental physics was beyond me - it was the sublime quality of patience - patience in accumulating data, patience with recalcitrant equipment - which I sadly lacked. Abdus Salam
The basic idea that incentives can be used to motivate behavior is a powerful one. It works for employees, and it has a clear place in parenting, as anyone who has tried to potty-train a recalcitrant toddler with sticker rewards knows. Emily Oster
a fractious animal that would not submit to the harness Source: Internet
a refractory child Source: Internet
the University suspended the most recalcitrant demonstrators Source: Internet
And even for this offense Mr. Crocodile was not severely punished, for the trainer doesn’t believe in cruelty—a sharp rap on the snout is about the worst the most recalcitrant offender ever gets. Source: Internet