INTRANSIGENCE Synonyms: 91 Similar and Opposite Words

intransigence

noun

in-ˈtran(t)-sə-jən(t)s

Definition of intransigence

as in persistence

a steadfast adherence to an opinion, purpose, or course of action in spite of reason, arguments, or persuasion her intransigence on the issue was simply frustrating

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Recent Examples of intransigence That show of intransigence seems designed to win the support of other hardliners in the government and prove his loyalty to the Castros. — Nora Gámez Torres, Miami Herald, 23 Apr. 2026 That the campaign has become a grind, with little entertainment on offer and an intransigence in the manager’s approach, has added to the sense of angst. — Matt Woosnam, New York Times, 25 Mar. 2026 Tehran matched American and Israeli rigidity with intransigence and strategic overreach of its own. — Mehrzad Boroujerdi, The Conversation, 10 Mar. 2026 Dunk’s intransigence can’t last, of course. — Noel Murray, Vulture, 23 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for intransigence

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Noun

Recognition should acknowledge not only outcomes but also the discipline, persistence and relationship-building that led to them.

— Karen Cochran, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026
Therefore, RedHook includes several persistence methods designed to keep Android from shutting it down.

— Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 20 July 2026

Definition of persistence

Noun

Perhaps the greatest testament to Morocco’s obduracy came late in normal time, when Rodri — a central midfielder being deployed as a central defender — strode forward and shot, more in hope than in expectation, from 35 yards.

— Rory Smith, New York Times, 6 Dec. 2022
But a year later, more than two dozen of them remain stuck in Afghanistan, stalled by bureaucratic wrangling, the vagaries of international diplomacy and the obduracy of the Taliban government.

— Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 31 Aug. 2022

Definition of obduracy

Noun

Starmer’s realism—or obstinacy, depending on your point of view—had seen off an immediate challenge.

— Sam Knight, New Yorker, 14 May 2026
The natural obstinacy and rebelliousness of Israa’s teenage years are hyperaccelerated by culture clashes with both her family and the other kids around her.

— Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 24 Jan. 2026

Definition of obstinacy

Noun

The Home Service Insurance segment experienced a decline in premiums, attributed to strategic actions to improve sales quality and persistency, as well as economic pressures such as inflation.

— Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 13 Mar. 2025
The tannins are well structured yet soft and the wine has great persistency in the finish.

— Mike DeSimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 2 May 2023

Definition of persistency

Noun

However the motion to dismiss resolves, the economics press toward concession.

— Zennon Kapron, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
In Jay’s account, the week of January 6 was not merely a riot but a tactical probe—a test of the resolve of police, security agencies, and democratic institutions.

— James Robenalt, Vanity Fair, 27 July 2026

Definition of resolve

Noun

The Afghan Taliban and the Iraqi insurgency beat the United States through roadside bombs and sheer doggedness.

— Nick Paton Walsh, CNN Money, 17 July 2026
Her doggedness, maybe her righteousness too, a fierce myopic focus and will, and a crazy confidence that in the end, both have nothing to lose.

— Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 15 June 2026

Definition of doggedness

Noun

Those leaders who ignore or flout the law aren’t merely unethical but fatally arrogant, putting their childish willfulness over the wisdom of generations.

— David Brooks, The Atlantic, 25 Mar. 2026
Though the Durutti Column had been a disaster, Wilson was fascinated by the guitarist, who admired punk’s willfulness even though his own musical taste tended toward jazz, blues, and the classical tradition.

— Brad Shoup, Pitchfork, 24 Jan. 2026

Definition of willfulness

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