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Intransigence: meaning, definitions and examples

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intransigence

 

[ ɪnˈtræn.sɪ.dʒəns ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

stubborn behavior

Intransigence refers to an inflexible and unyielding attitude, particularly in the context of positions or opinions. It is characterized by a refusal to change or compromise, often leading to deadlocked negotiations or conflicts.

Synonyms

adamantine, obstinacy, stubbornness, unyielding

Examples of usage

  • His intransigence on the issue prevented any progress during the discussions.
  • The intransigence of both parties made it impossible to reach a consensus.
  • Her intransigence in the negotiations resulted in a stalemate.
  • The team's intransigence about their strategy cost them the game.

Translations

Translations of the word "intransigence" in other languages:

🇵🇹 intransigência

🇮🇳 अड़ियलता

🇩🇪 Unnachgiebigkeit

🇮🇩 ketidakpuasan

🇺🇦 некомпромісність

🇵🇱 nietykalność

🇯🇵 妥協しない姿勢

🇫🇷 intransigeance

🇪🇸 intransigencia

🇹🇷 inatçılık

🇰🇷 고집

🇸🇦 تعنت

🇨🇿 neústupnost

🇸🇰 neústupnosť

🇨🇳 不妥协

🇸🇮 nepopustljivost

🇮🇸 ófráanleiki

🇰🇿 төзімсіздік

🇬🇪 უკომპრომისობა

🇦🇿 tavizsizliy

🇲🇽 intransigencia

Word origin

The word 'intransigence' is derived from the Spanish term 'intransigente', which itself comes from the Latin root 'transigere', meaning to come to an agreement. The prefix 'in-' implies negation or absence, thus 'intransigent' conveys a meaning of unwillingness to agree or compromise. The term began to appear in English around the mid-19th century and has since been used frequently in political and social contexts to describe individuals or groups that refuse to change their stance despite negotiations or discussions. Its connotations often imply rigidity in attitudes, making it a critical term in discussions of diplomacy and conflict resolution.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,892, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.