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RECALCITRANTS

(adj.sat, noun)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Recalcitrants.

Recalcitrants - as an adjective satellite

Stubbornly resistant to authority or control

Example: "A fractious animal that would not submit to the harness"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fractiousrefractory

Marked by stubborn resistance to authority

Example: "The university suspended the most recalcitrant demonstrators"

Recalcitrants - as a noun

A person who is recalcitrant.

Example Sentences

"The prison guards had a difficult time controlling the recalcitrants in the maximum-security wing."
"The teacher tried her best to engage the recalcitrants in the classroom, but they refused to participate."
"The government implemented strict measures to deal with the recalcitrants who were causing unrest in the city."
"The committee decided to take disciplinary action against the recalcitrants who violated the established rules."
"The CEO held a meeting to address the concerns of the recalcitrants among the employees."
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Word Game Points

Is RECALCITRANTS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, recalcitrants is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

RECALCITRANTS has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is RECALCITRANTS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, recalcitrants is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
RECALCITRANTS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.

Is RECALCITRANTS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, recalcitrants is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
RECALCITRANTS has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.

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