Synonyms for refractorily


Grammar : Adv
Spell : ri-frak-tuh-ree
Phonetic Transcription : rɪˈfræk tə ri


Définition of refractorily

Origin :
  • "stubborn, obstinate, perverse," 1610s (earlier refractorious, 1550s, refractary, c.1600), from Latin refractarius "obstinate, stubborn," from past participle stem of refringere (see refraction). Related: Refractorily; refractoriness.
  • As in unwillingly : adv reluctantly

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