2
conflicting(adjective, oppositional)
2
contradictory(adjective, oppositional, counteractive)
2
cussed(adjective, hostile, persistent, obstinate, insistent)
2
dauntless(adjective, strong, bold, spirited, brave)
2
defying
2
determined(adjective, persistent, obstinate, stubborn, courageous)
2
difficult
2
disinclined(adjective, unwilling)
2
froward(adjective, persistent, obstinate, insistent, dogged)
2
gallant(adjective, strong, bold, spirited, brave)
2
heroic(adjective, strong, bold, spirited, brave)
2
hesitant(adjective, unwilling)
2
impolite(adjective, insolent)
2
intrepid(adjective, strong, bold, spirited, brave)
2
loath(adjective, unwilling)
2
misbehaving(adjective, disobedient)
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nonconformist(adjective, disobedient)
2
opposing(adjective, unwilling, resistant, opposed, counteractive)
2
ornery(adjective, mean, sharp, harsh, cross)
2
outrageous(adjective, insolent)
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