The difference between Intransigent and Recalcitrant

When used as nouns, intransigent means a person who is intransigent, whereas recalcitrant means a person who is recalcitrant.

When used as adjectives, intransigent means unwilling to compromise or moderate a position, whereas recalcitrant means marked by a stubborn unwillingness to obey authority.

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  1. Intransigent as an adjective:

    Unwilling to compromise or moderate a position; unreasonable

    Examples:

    "Don't waste your time trying to change his mind: he's completely intransigent."

  1. Intransigent as a noun:

    A person who is intransigent

  1. Recalcitrant as an adjective:

    Marked by a stubborn unwillingness to obey authority.

  2. Recalcitrant as an adjective:

    Unwilling to cooperate socially.

  3. Recalcitrant as an adjective:

    Difficult to deal with or to operate.

  4. Recalcitrant as an adjective (botany, of seed, pollen, spores):

    Not viable for an extended period; damaged by drying or freezing.

  1. Recalcitrant as a noun:

    A person who is recalcitrant.

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