Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
intransigence
noun
/ɪnˈtræn.sɪ.dʒəns/
Definition
Intransigence refers to the quality of being unwilling to change one’s views or to agree about something.
Examples
- Her intransigence during the negotiations made it difficult to reach an agreement.
- The intransigence of the two parties resulted in a prolonged conflict.
- Despite numerous attempts at mediation, the intransigence of both sides was evident.
Meaning
The term describes a stubbornness or refusal to compromise that can lead to deadlock in negotiations or discussions.
Synonyms
- stubbornness
- obstinacy
- unyieldingness
- adamantine
- hardheadedness
