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Translate files Obstinacy
/ˈɒbstɪnəsi/
Meaning & Definition
noun
The quality or condition of being obstinate; stubbornness.
His obstinacy in refusing to change his mind led to many disagreements.
An unyielding adherence to one’s purpose or opinion, despite reason or persuasion.
The obstinacy of the committee made it difficult to reach a consensus on the new policy.
A perverse persistence in an opinion or course of action.
Her obstinacy in sticking to her original plan, even when it was flawed, surprised her colleagues.
Etymology
Middle English obstinacie, from Latin obstinatia, from obstinatus, past participle of obstinare 'to persist in' or 'hold fast.'
Common Phrases and Expressions
stubborn as a mule:
Extremely obstinate or stubborn.
head in the sand:
To refuse to acknowledge something unpleasant or to be obstinate.
dig in one's heels:
To refuse to change one's attitude or position, similar to being obstinate.
Related Words
Slang Meanings
Hard-headed
Don't be so hard-headed about it; sometimes you have to listen.
Bull-headed
He's being bull-headed again, refusing to consider anyone else's input.