What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
obstinateness
Example
His obstinateness made it difficult to work with him. [obstinateness: noun]
Example
She refused to listen to anyone else's ideas, displaying her obstinateness. [obstinateness: noun]
obduracy
Example
His obduracy made it impossible to reach a compromise. [obduracy: noun]
Example
The company's obduracy led to their downfall. [obduracy: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Obstinateness is more commonly used than obduracy in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between obstinateness and obduracy?
Obduracy is considered more formal than obstinateness and is often used in legal or academic contexts.
