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    S'obstinait (en. Was stubborn)

    /s‿ɔp.sti.nɛ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To persist in wanting to do something despite obstacles.
    He was obstinate in not changing his mind.
    Il s'obstinait à ne pas changer d'avis.
    To refuse to listen to advice or criticism.
    She was obstinate in ignoring warnings.
    Elle s'obstinait à ignorer les mises en garde.
    To continue doing something inflexibly.
    They were obstinate in pursuing their project despite failures.
    Ils s'obstinaient à poursuivre leur projet malgré les échecs.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'obstiner', from Latin 'obstinare', which means 'to persist'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be obstinate in one's choices
    To show determination in one's decisions.
    s'obstiner dans ses choix
    to be determined to do something
    Choosing to continue doing an action despite difficulties.
    s'obstiner à faire quelque chose

    Related Words

    obstinacy
    Attitude of someone who remains stubborn in their opinion or choice.
    obstination
    persistence
    Characteristic of what persists, lasts over time.
    persistance

    Slang Meanings

    To be stubborn
    He is really obstinate in his position, like a true stubborn person.
    Il est vraiment s'obstinait dans sa position, comme un vrai têtu.
    To refuse to give up
    She was determined to finish this project, no matter what.
    Elle s'obstinait à vouloir terminer ce projet, quoi qu'il arrive.