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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   The state or quality of being renitent; resistance to physical pressure or constraint uncountable, usually

Synonyms

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antipathyaversionchallengecomplaintcounteractiondefiance

Etymology

From Latin renitens, present participle of reniteo. First known use: 1701. Compare French rénitence.

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