transcription, транскрипция: [ -ˈrü-lē ]
adjective
( un·rul·i·er ; -est )
Etymology: Middle English unreuly, from un- + reuly disciplined, from reule rule
Date: 15th century
: not readily ruled, disciplined, or managed
an unruly crowd
a mane of unruly hair
• un·rul·i·ness noun
Synonyms:
unruly , ungovernable , intractable , refractory , recalcitrant , willful , headstrong mean not submissive to government or control. unruly implies lack of discipline or incapacity for discipline and often connotes waywardness or turbulence of behavior
unruly children
ungovernable implies either an escape from control or guidance or a state of being unsubdued and incapable of controlling oneself or being controlled by others
ungovernable rage
intractable suggests stubborn resistance to guidance or control
intractable opponents of the hazardous-waste dump
refractory stresses resistance to attempts to manage or to mold
special schools for refractory children
recalcitrant suggests determined resistance to or defiance of authority
acts of sabotage by a recalcitrant populace
willful implies an obstinate determination to have one's own way
a willful disregard for the rights of others
headstrong suggests self-will impatient of restraint, advice, or suggestion
a headstrong young cavalry officer