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    L'entêtement (en. Stubbornness)

    lɑ̃.tɛt.mɑ̃

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Stubbornness is a state of persistence in error or in inflexible opinions.
    His stubbornness in believing he was right cost him dearly.
    Son entêtement à croire qu'il avait raison lui a coûté cher.
    It is a form of stubbornness that ignores advice or rational evidence.
    The stubbornness of this decision surprised everyone.
    L'entêtement de cette décision a surpris tout le monde.
    A behavior that reflects a lack of open-mindedness and a certain rigidity.
    The stubbornness of some believers in the face of new ideas is troubling.
    L'entêtement de certains fidèles face aux nouvelles idées est troublant.

    Etymology

    Derived from the verb 'to stubbornize', which means to make someone stubborn.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be in a state of stubbornness
    To be in a state of obstinacy without wanting to give in.
    être dans l'entêtement
    to show stubbornness
    To show a strong will to ignore external advice.
    faire preuve d'entêtement

    Related Words

    to stubbornize
    To make someone stubborn or inflexible.
    entêter
    obstinate
    Who refuses to change their mind or behavior.
    obstiné
    stubborn
    Difficulty in changing opinion, even in the face of evidence.
    têtu

    Slang Meanings

    To be obstinate
    He is really obstinate about this topic, he listens to no one.
    Il est vraiment borné sur ce sujet, il n'écoute personne.
    The obsession
    His fixation on this project borders on obsession.
    Sa fixation sur ce projet frôle l'obsession.