noun
the quality or state of being resistant or stubborn
adjective
renitent (resistant or stubborn)
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The renitency of the material made it difficult to cut through.
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I can't believe the renitency of this package, it's impossible to open!
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The renitency of that guy is so annoying, he never listens to anyone.
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Her renitency towards change is holding her back from personal growth.