obstreperous

Vocabulary Word

Definition

When you hear 'obstreperous,' think of loud, unruly behaviour. It's not just about being loud, it's also about not willing to follow rules or behave well.

Examples in Different Contexts

In literature, an 'obstreperous' character can add drama and conflict to a story. An author might write, 'Jane's obstreperous nature always got her into heated debates at the town meetings.'

Practice Scenarios

Tech

Scenario:

The developers seem really attached to the old code. They're hesitant towards the necessary system upgrade.

Response:

I agree. We'll have to manage the obstreperous behaviour and gently steer them towards the new software.

Business

Scenario:

The team wasn't very responsive in today's meeting about the new strategy. We need to handle this deftly.

Response:

Yes, we definitely need a subtler approach for the next meeting. We don’t want anyone to become obstreperous.