Balky Synonyms and Antonyms
bô'kē
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Synonyms for Balky
Opposed; contradictory; inconsistent.
Refusing to change one's mind or course of action despite pressure to do so; unyielding or resolute.
Persisting in error or fault; stubbornly contrary
Characteristic of a mule; stubborn, obstinate, or intractable
(Elec.) Of, generating, or charged with negative electricity
Resisting remedy or treatment
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Having an ugly or mean disposition
Showing rebellion.
Difficult to deal with or to operate.
The definition of refractory is stubborn or hard to manage, or heat resistant.
Deviating from what is desired, expected, or required, especially in being disobedient or in gratifying one's own inclinations:
Perverse; inimical.
Not easy to please, satisfy, or manage:
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Not easily controlled; stubbornly willful; contrary
Unacceptable; intolerable:
stopping short and refusing to go on
Antonyms for Balky
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