recusant
IPA: rɪkjˈuzʌnt
noun
- (historical) Someone refusing to attend Church of England services, between the 16th and early 19th centuries.
- Anyone refusing to submit to authority or regulation.
adjective
- pertaining to a recusant or to recusancy
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Examples of "recusant" in Sentences
- The recusant refused to take part in the religious ceremony, citing their own beliefs
- The recusant was known for their stubborn refusal to conform to societal norms
- Despite pressure from their family, the recusant remained steadfast in their opposition to the government's policies
- The recusant faced harsh consequences for their noncompliance with the ruling authorities
- The recusant's defiant attitude often landed them in trouble with those in power
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