indocile

/ɛ̃.do.sil/

Definitions

1. adjective

unwilling to be taught or controlled; stubborn

“The indocile horse required a patient trainer to break its wild spirit.”

2. noun

A person who is unwilling to be taught or controlled; a stubborn or intractable person

“The indocile teenager refused to listen to their parents’ advice.”

Synonyms

  • headstrong
  • obstinate
  • unmanageable

Antonyms

  • compliant
  • docile
  • submissive