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Meaning of obstinately
doing something in a stubborn or uncooperative way
Etymology of obstinately
The word "obstinately" originates from the Latin "obstinatus", which is the past participle of "obstinari", meaning to stand against or resist, derived from "ob" (against) and "stinare" (to stand)
Historically, the word has been used to describe someone who refuses to change their opinion or course of action, often in a stubborn or unyielding manner
Synonyms
persistently
stubbornly
doggedly
unyieldingly
uncompromisingly
inflexibly
rigidly
unrelentingly
tenaciously
firmly
resolutely
obstinately
intransigently
refractorily
contrarily
perversely
defiantly
rebelliously
mutinously
insubordinately
disobediently
uncooperatively
resistively
refractively
contumaciously
recalcitrantly
headstrongly
willfully
adamantly
intractably
Definitions
- In a way that shows determination not to change your opinion or course of action, despite pressure or opposition from others
- * In a stubborn or uncooperative manner, refusing to comply or give in
Usage Examples
- She obstinately refused to listen to reason and continued to pursue her goal
- * He held obstinately to his opinion, despite the overwhelming evidence against it
- * The company obstinately refused to compromise on the terms of the contract
Antonyms
flexibly
yielding
cooperatively
compliantly
obediently
submissively
meekly
mildly
moderately
reasonably
willingly
accommodatingly
agreeably
politely
diplomatically
tactfully
considerately
thoughtfully
gently
softly