intransigeancy

His intransigeancy made the business meeting very tense.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • Uncompromising stubbornness: "intransigeancy" refers to the quality or state of being intransigent, meaning a refusal to change one's views, demands, or behavior in the face of opposition or persuasion. It implies a rigid, unyielding attitude, often in political or ideological contexts.

Usage Examples

• (The uncompromising stubbornness of the negotiators caused the failure of discussions.)
• (Her refusal to compromise on tax policy alienated centrist supporters.)
• (The company's unyielding stance during negotiations with workers caused a long work stoppage.)

Advanced Usage

• "intransigeancy" is less common than its synonym "intransigence" (see Variants and Related Words). It is often used in formal or literary writing to describe a person or group's absolute refusal to compromise.
  • The intransigeancy of the revolutionary faction prevented any diplomatic resolution. (The uncompromising rigidity of the revolutionary group blocked a peaceful outcome.)

Variants and Related Words

• Intransigent (adj): refusing to change one's views or to agree about something with someone; uncompromising.
  • The intransigent leader refused to consider any alternative proposals. (The leader was unyielding in his position.)
• Intransigence (n): the same meaning as "intransigeancy," but more commonly used.
  • His intransigence frustrated all attempts at negotiation. (His stubbornness hindered any effort to reach an agreement.)

Synonyms

• Uncompromisingness: the quality of refusing to make concessions.
• Obstinacy: stubbornness in holding to a course or opinion.
• Rigidity: inflexibility in thinking or behavior.

Related Idioms

• To dig in one's heels: to refuse to change one's position or opinion.
  • Despite the evidence, she dug in her heels and maintained her stance, showing intransigeancy. (She stubbornly resisted all persuasion.)
• To stand one's ground: to maintain one's position or opinion firmly.
  • He stood his ground on the issue, demonstrating intransigeancy in the face of pressure. (He refused to yield.)