INTRANSIGENCE


Meaning of INTRANSIGENCE in English

ə̇n.ˈtran(t)səjən(t)s, -raan- also -ra(a)nzəj- noun

also in·tran·si·gen·cy -nsē, -nsi

( plural intransigenc·es also intransigencies )

Etymology: intransigence from intransigent (II) , after such pairs as English abstinent: abstinence; intransigency from intransigent (II) + -cy

: the quality or state of being intransigent

his absolute intransigence on any question — Current History

intransigence in the face of harsh realities — R.J.Slavin

the desire not … to prejudice the integration and defense of the West by intransigence on issues — Current History

Webster's New International English Dictionary.      Новый международный словарь английского языка Webster.