Renitent - definition of renitent by The Free Dictionary Define renitent renitent synonyms, renitent pronunciation, renitent translation, English dictionary definition of renitent adj 1 Resistant to physical pressure; not pliant 2 Reluctant to yield or be swayed; recalcitrant ren′i·tence , ren′i·ten·cy n American Heritage®
What does renitent mean? - Definitions. net Renitent adjective resisting pressure or the effect of it; acting against impulse by elastic force Renitent adjective persistently opposed Etymology: [L renitens, -entis, p pr of renit to strive or struggle against, resist; pref re- re- + niti to struggle or strive: cf F rnitent ]