Balky and Fickle

Balky

Balky adjective - Given to resisting authority or another's control.

Fickle and balky are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Fickle" instead an adjective "Balky".

Nearby Words: balk, balked, balking

Fickle

Fickle adjective - Likely to change frequently, suddenly, or unexpectedly.

Balky and fickle are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Balky" instead an adjective "Fickle".

Nearby Word: fickleness
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