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Recalcitrate Definition & Meaning

recalcitrate
verb
  1. show strong objection or repugnance; manifest vigorous opposition or resistance; be obstinately disobedient; "The Democratic senators recalcitrated against every proposal from the Republican side"

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What does recalcitrate mean?
show strong objection or repugnance; manifest vigorous opposition or resistance; be obstinately disobedient; "The Democratic senators recalcitrated against every proposal from the Republican side"
What part of speech is recalcitrate?
Recalcitrate is a verb.

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