stubbornness

[ˈstʌbənnes]

stubbornness Definition

the quality of being unwilling to change one's opinion, attitude or course of action despite pressure to do so; obstinacy.

Using stubbornness: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "stubbornness" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    His stubbornness prevented him from accepting help.

  • Example

    Her stubbornness made it difficult to work with her.

  • Example

    The team's stubbornness cost them the game.

stubbornness Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for stubbornness

Phrases with stubbornness

  • dig in one's heels

    to refuse to change one's mind or course of action

    Example

    He dug in his heels and refused to compromise.

  • stick to one's guns

    to remain firm in one's beliefs or decisions

    Example

    She stuck to her guns and refused to back down.

  • set in one's ways

    to be resistant to change or new ideas

    Example

    My grandfather is set in his ways and refuses to try new things.

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Summary: stubbornness in Brief

Stubbornness [ˈstʌbənnes] is the quality of being unwilling to change one's opinion, attitude or course of action despite pressure to do so. It is often associated with negative outcomes, such as difficulty working with others or losing a game. Common phrases include 'dig in one's heels,' 'stick to one's guns,' and 'set in one's ways.'

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