Balky and Fractious

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

Usage example: a balky toddler who only seemed to know the word “no” when told to do something

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

Nearby Words: balk, balked, balking

Fractious adjective - Easily irritated or annoyed.

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Balky and fractious are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Balky" instead an adjective "Fractious".

Nearby Word: fraction

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