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refractory

/rɪˈfræk.tər.i/
Main Example

The refractory child refused to listen to his parents.

Example context
Grammatical Info:
Adjective (adj.)

Difficult to control or manage; stubborn.

Other Example

The refractory student often disrupted the class.

Her refractory attitude made it hard to work together.

The dog was refractory and wouldn't obey any commands.

Synonyms

refractory behavior

refractory patient

refractory problem

Synonyms

stubborn

obstinate

unmanageable

refractory

/rɪˈfræk.tər.i/
Main Example

The factory uses refractory to build its kilns.

Example context
Grammatical Info:
Noun (n.)

A substance that is resistant to heat and can withstand high temperatures.

Other Example

The oven is lined with refractory material.

Refractory bricks are used in the furnace.

We need refractory insulation for the high-heat area.

Synonyms

refractory materials

refractory lining

refractory products

Synonyms

heat-resistant

fireproof

insulating

refractory

/rɪˈfræk.tər.i/
Main Example

The refractory material is used in high-temperature furnaces.

Example context
Grammatical Info:
Adjective (adj.)

Resistant to heat or difficult to melt.

Other Example
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