Definition of Obstinate
Obstinate
ob·sti·nate


Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
stubbornly holding onto one's opinion, despite being persuaded to change opinions;

e.g. It didn't matter what we said, she was obstinate about moving to Maine.

(adjective)
hard to overcome or change;

e.g. The obstinate side effects of working from home during a pandemic, such as a depression and over-working.

(adjective)
not easily remedied;

e.g. She has an obstinate migraine that has been getting worse by the week.





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