obstinacy — the quality of being stubbornly refusing to change one's opinion, decision, or course of action despite arguments or pressure
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the quality of being stubbornly refusing to change one's opinion, decision, or course of action despite arguments or pressure
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɑːb.stɪ.nə.si/
Example Sentences
- My grandfather's obstinacy is legendary—he still refuses to use a smartphone in 2024.
- The negotiator tried everything, but the CEO's obstinacy meant the deal fell apart.
- The toddler's obstinacy about wearing only superhero pajamas turned bedtime into a nightly battle.
obstinacy
NOUN[/ˈɑːb.stɪ.nə.si/]
the quality of being stubbornly refusing to change one's opinion, decision, or course of action despite arguments or pressure
The old donkey's obstinacy stopped the entire caravan in the desert heat.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'obstinare' meaning 'to stand firmly against', combining 'ob-' (against) and a form of 'stare' (to stand).
Breakdown
ob- (against) + stin(are) (to stand) + -acy (noun suffix indicating a state or quality)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My grandfather's obstinacy is legendary—he still refuses to use a smartphone in 2024.”
“The negotiator tried everything, but the CEO's obstinacy meant the deal fell apart.”
“The toddler's obstinacy about wearing only superhero pajamas turned bedtime into a nightly battle.”
“Despite scientific evidence, his obstinacy prevented him from changing his outdated beliefs.”
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