obstinate

[US]/ˈɒbstɪnət/
[UK]/ˈɑːbstɪnət/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj. stubborn; unyielding; difficult to overcome.

Example Sentences

the obstinate problem of unemployment.

the child may be very obstinate and self-willed.

She’s too obstinate to let anyone help her.

obstinate rebelliousness and insubordination; resistance to authority.

loathe, pertinacious, impenitent, refractory, obstinate, grudging, obdurate, mutinous, recalcitrant.

Catching sight of Mammy's burden, Scarlett's expression changed from one of minor irritation to obstinate belligerency.

Objective: To investigate the effect of transrectal heat rotating magnetic field in the treatment of obstinate hemospermia.

He is so obstinate that he still tries to defend his theory,although it has been proved wrong.

Real-world Examples

An obstinate regulatory entity like this is not conducive to improving the business environment.

Source: Selected English short passages

For a genius, you are truly obstinate in the face of evidence.

Source: Person of Interest Season 5

Fudge reddened slightly, but a defiant and obstinate look came over his face.

Source: 4. Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire

It was in vain to argue with him, for he was a very obstinate man.

Source: The Five Orange Pips of Sherlock Holmes

He walked to the door of the restaurant and held it open with an obstinate expression.

Source: Twilight: Eclipse

Bumble shook his head, as he replied, 'Obstinate people, Mr. Sowerberry; very obstinate.

Source: Oliver Twist (Original Version)

Catching sight of Mammy's burden, Scarlett's expression changed from one of minor irritation to obstinate belligerency.

Source: Gone with the Wind

" You are very obstinate, " said the Doctor.

Source: Washington Square

It was, however, just like Sara's singular obstinate way.

Source: The Little Princess (Original Version)

'Can't you look at the gentleman, you obstinate boy?

Source: Oliver Twist (Original Version)

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