Unruly

GRE 蓝宝 Barron

[编辑] 解释

adjective (unrulier; -est)

Etymology: Middle English unreuly, from un- + reuly disciplined, from reule rule
Date: 15th century
not readily ruled, disciplined, or managed <an unruly crowd><a mane of unruly hair>
? unruliness noun
Synonyms:
- unruly, ungovernable, intractable, refractory, recalcitrant, willful, headstrong mean not submissive to government or control. unruly implies lack of discipline or incapacity for discipline and often connotes waywardness or turbulence of behavior <unruly children>. ungovernable implies either an escape from control or guidance or a state of being unsubdued and incapable of controlling oneself or being controlled by others<ungovernable rage>. intractable suggests stubborn resistance to guidance or control<intractable opponents of the hazardous-waste dump>. refractory stresses resistance to attempts to manage or to mold<special schools for refractory children>. recalcitrant suggests determined resistance to or defiance of authority<acts of sabotage by a recalcitrant populace>. willful implies an obstinate determination to have one's own way<a willful disregard for the rights of others>. headstrong suggests self-will impatient of restraint, advice, or suggestion<a headstrong young cavalry officer>.