Dictionary Entry
intractable
adjectiveFind the meaning of the word intractable, plus dictionary definition, pronunciation, thesaurus-style synonyms, antonyms, and related vocabulary.
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Meaning
Dictionary meaning in a clear, student-friendly format.
Unable to be managed, changed, or solved; stubbornly resistant.
Example Sentence
The intractable problem of traffic congestion has resisted every proposed solution.
Usage Note
Use 'intractable' to describe a person, situation, or problem that is stubborn and difficult to change or solve, especially when standard methods fail.