GRE Word List

RECALCITRANT

obstinately defiant of authority or restraint

The meaning of the word recalcitrant is obstinately defiant of authority or restraint.

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WordMeaning
finishedentirely done
obsoleteno longer in use or no longer useful
prosperitythe condition of being successful or thriving
exhortto incite by argument or advice : urge strongly
abrogateto abolish by authoritative action : annul
oracularresembling an oracle (as in solemnity of delivery)
maudlindrunk enough to be emotionally silly
arduoushard to accomplish or achieve : difficult
plauditan act or round of applause
improviseto compose, recite, play, or sing extemporaneously