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What is another word for Fractious? – 145 Fractious Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    unruly disobedient unmanageable intractable refractory recalcitrant obstinate stubborn contrary cantankerous irritable testy peevish quarrelsome contentious belligerent pugnacious combative aggressive hostile defiant uncooperative resistant headstrong willful wayward intransigent troublesome vexing annoying exasperating infuriating irritating trying tiresome wearisome burdensome

    Meaning of Fractious

    The primary meaning of the word "fractious" is relating to or characterized by a tendency to be unruly or unmanageable.

    Definitions

    • (of a person or animal) unruly or unmanageable
    • (of a situation or problem) difficult to control or deal with

    Etymology of Fractious

    The word "fractious" has its roots in the Latin word "frangere," meaning "to break," and the Latin adjective "fractiosus," which is derived from the past participle of "frangere."
    Historically, the word "fractious" has been used to describe people or animals that are difficult to manage or control, and has been in use since the 15th century.

    Example Uses

    • The fractious child refused to listen to his parents and threw a tantrum in the store.
    • The fractious horse was difficult to ride and required an experienced handler.
    • The fractious situation in the office was causing tension among the employees.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    docile obedient compliant manageable tractable cooperative submissive amenable accommodating conciliatory pacific peaceful calm tranquil serene gentle mild meek tame subdued restrained controlled disciplined

    Related Nouns

    disobedience unruliness intractability recalcitrance obstinacy stubbornness contrariness cantankerousness irritability testiness peevishness quarrelsomeness contentiousness belligerence pugnaciousness combativeness aggression hostility defiance uncooperativeness resistance headstrongness willfulness waywardness

    Related Verbs

    disobey resist defy rebel refuse decline oppose contradict argue quarrel fight struggle contend clash collide collide conflict oppose protest dissent object demur balk hesitate vacillate

    Related Adjectives

    unruly unmanageable intractable refractory recalcitrant obstinate stubborn contrary cantankerous irritable testy peevish quarrelsome contentious belligerent pugnacious combative aggressive hostile defiant uncooperative resistant headstrong willful wayward intransigent troublesome vexing annoying exasperating infuriating irritating trying tiresome wearisome burdensome