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Another word for obstinacy

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Noun

  1. The quality or state of being stubbornly unyielding

    See also:

    resist

  2. The quality or condition of being unruly

    See also:

    resist

    peace

    order

    control

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Another word for obstinacy

Noun
  1. See also:

    purpose

    determination

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Sentence Examples

  • The rejection of the Jews is their own fault, due to their obstinacy and legalism (ix.

  • Anne was a women of small ability, of dull mind, and of that kind of obstinacy which accompanies weakness of character.

  • Bogdanich is vindictive and you'll pay for your obstinacy, said Kirsten.

  • He was Puritan to the core, with a tenacious memory, a strength of will bordering upon obstinacy, and a want of sympathy with human nature.

  • He particularly resented the obstinacy of the Barcelonese, who compelled the members of his household to pay municipal taxes.

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