What does "recalcitrante" mean in English?

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recalcitrante

English

recalcitrant

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Alternative translations of "recalcitrante"

stubborn
uncooperative
defiant
obstinate

Examples of how to use "recalcitrante" in Spanish

Spanish
Es un fumador recalcitrante.
English
He is a stubborn smoker.
Spanish
El alumno recalcitrante no pide ayuda.
English
The stubborn student doesn't ask for help.
Spanish
Era una actitud recalcitrante e inútil.
English
It was a stubborn and useless attitude.
Spanish
La protesta recalcitrante continuó toda la semana.
English
The stubborn protest continued all week.
Spanish
Tiene un carácter recalcitrante y orgulloso.
English
He has a stubborn and proud character.

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Es un fumador recalcitrante.

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