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Definition obstinate in British English

obstinate

adjective
/ˈɒbstɪnət/
1

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

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 British English