Stubborn

/ˈstʌb.ərn/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Having or showing determination not to change one's attitude or position on something.

Despite the overwhelming evidence, she remained stubborn in her belief.

Difficult to move, remove, or cure.

He struggled with a stubborn stain on his shirt that wouldn't come out.

Unyieldingly resolute in the face of opposition.

The stubborn child refused to eat vegetables, no matter what persuasive arguments were made.

Middle English, from Old French 'estoborn', meaning 'obstinate'.

stubborn as a mule

Extremely obstinate or difficult to persuade.

obstinate

Stubbornly refusing to change one's opinion or chosen course of action.

tenacious

Holding fast; characterized by keeping a firm hold.

Set in one's ways

He’s so set in his ways that he won’t even try new food.

Hard-headed

She can be really hard-headed when it comes to her plans.