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Definition obstinate in American English

obstinate adjective

adjective
/ˈɑbstɪnət/
1

not willing to be reasonable and change your plans, ideas, or behavior

Example

I now see that my obstinate refusal caused problems for everyone.

Synonyms and related words
stubborn narrow conservative
Example

This soap will remove the most obstinate stains.

Synonyms and related words
unchanging firm rigid
Definition obstinate in American English