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Meaning of intractably
The primary meaning of "intractably" is to describe something or someone that is difficult to control or manage, often due to being stubborn or uncooperative.
Etymology of intractably
The word "intractably" originates from the Latin words "in" (meaning "not" or "opposite of") and "tractare" (meaning "to handle" or "to manage"), with the suffix "-ly" added to form an adverb.
Historically, the word has been used to describe people, situations, or problems that are difficult to control or manage, often due to stubbornness or uncooperativeness.
Synonyms
stubbornly
obstinately
uncooperatively
rebelliously
defiantly
refractorily
unmanageably
uncontrollably
incorrigibly
incontrollably
disobediently
unrulily
uncontrollably
unyieldingly
inflexibly
rigidly
uncompromisingly
implacably
unrelentingly
intransigently
obstreperously
contrarily
perversely
willfully
headstrongly
stiffly
rigidly
doggedly
tenaciously
Definitions
- In a manner that is stubbornly resistant to control or direction
- * In a way that is difficult to manage or deal with
Usage Examples
- The intractably difficult patient refused to follow the doctor's orders.
- * The intractably complex problem had been puzzling scientists for years.
- * The company's intractably high costs made it difficult to turn a profit.
Antonyms
cooperatively
flexibly
willingly
compliantly
obediently
tractably
manageably
controllably
flexibly
yielding
compromisingly
relentingly
accommodatingly
agreeably
amiably
peacefully
calmly
quietly
submissively
meekly
mildly