Meaning Of The Word Obstinate

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obstinate
adjective: If you describe someone as obstinate, you are being critical of them because they are very determined to do what they want, and refuse to change their mind or be persuaded to do something else.

obstinate in American English
unreasonably determined to have one's own way; not yielding to reason or plea; stubborn; dogged; mulish
adjective: firmly or stubbornly adhering to one's purpose, opinion, etc.; not yielding to argument, persuasion, or entreaty

obstinate in British English
adjective: adhering fixedly to a particular opinion, attitude, course of action, etc

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