Word
obstinate
Meanings
Stubbornly refusing to change one’s mind or course of action.
Difficult to deal with, change, or remove; persistent despite efforts.
Definition
Someone who is obstinate refuses to change their mind or behavior even when it would be sensible to do so.
Obstinate describes a person who stubbornly refuses to change their opinion, plans, or actions. They keep resisting advice, rules, or evidence. The word often suggests that this stubbornness creates problems or delays.
Examples
- He was obstinate about taking the same route, even after the road closed.
- The obstinate child refused to put on her coat in the cold.
- My boss can be obstinate when new data contradicts his plan.
- They argued for an hour, but she stayed obstinate and would not compromise.
More adjectives
- agnostic Agnostic describes someone who believes it is not possible to know for sure whether a god exists.
- pragmatic Pragmatic means focused on practical results rather than theory or ideals.
- ubiquitous Present everywhere or in many places at the same time.
- cynical Cynical describes believing that people are mainly motivated by self-interest and not sincere.
- apathetic Apathetic means showing little or no interest, enthusiasm, or concern.