intransigent — unwilling or refusing to change one's views or to agree about something
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: unwilling or refusing to change one's views or to agree about something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪnˈtrænsɪdʒənt/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother is intransigent about her bedtime - 9 PM sharp, no matter what's on TV.
- The cat proved intransigent about moving from the sunny spot on the couch.
- Both sides remained intransigent during the lengthy negotiations.
intransigent
ADJECTIVE[/ɪnˈtrænsɪdʒənt/]
unwilling or refusing to change one's views or to agree about something
Despite the million-dollar offer from the builders, the old man remained intransigent and refused to sell his tiny house.
IN(not) + TRANS(change) + GENT(gentleman) — deciding to IN(not) TRANS(change) his clothes, the stubborn GENT(gentleman) remained entirely intransigent at the hot beach.
Even though the sinking ship created a highly urgent situation, the proud captain remained intransigent and refused to board the lifeboat.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Spanish 'intransigente,' originally from Latin 'in-' (not) + 'transigere' (to come to an agreement). The term gained political prominence in 19th century Spain referring to uncompromising political factions.
Breakdown
in- (not) + transig- (to compromise/settle) + -ent (adjective suffix meaning 'having the quality of')
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📝Examples
“My grandmother is intransigent about her bedtime - 9 PM sharp, no matter what's on TV.”
“The cat proved intransigent about moving from the sunny spot on the couch.”
“Both sides remained intransigent during the lengthy negotiations.”
“His intransigent refusal to use GPS led to three hours of being lost in the countryside.”
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