Recalcitrate

[ri'kælsitreit]

Definition

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

Inputed by Giles--From WordNet

Definition

(v. t.) To kick against; to show repugnance to; to rebuff.

(v. i.) To kick back; to kick against anything; hence, to express repugnance or opposition.

Editor: Solomon