What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
cussed
Example
He's a cussed old man who won't listen to anyone. [cussed: adjective]
Example
She cussed under her breath when she realized she had lost her keys. [cussed: verb]
stubborn
Example
The child was too stubborn to admit he was wrong. [stubborn: adjective]
Example
She stubbornly refused to accept help from anyone. [stubbornly: adverb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Stubborn is more commonly used than cussed in everyday language and is more widely recognized by English speakers.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between cussed and stubborn?
Stubborn is more formal than cussed, which is more colloquial and informal.
