stubbornly

Meaning

In a way that shows an unwillingness to change your opinion or course of action, despite attempts to persuade you; obstinately.

Examples

• She stubbornly refused to admit she was wrong.
• The donkey stubbornly resisted any attempt to move it.

Pronunciation: /ˈstʌb.ən.li/

How to Use stubbornly

stubbornly refuse (collocation)

To refuse to do something in a way that shows an unwillingness to change your mind. — "The child stubbornly refused to eat his vegetables."

stubbornly resist (collocation)

To oppose or fight against something in a determined and unyielding way. — "The rebels stubbornly resisted the government's forces."

stubbornly maintain (collocation)

To continue to assert something as true, despite evidence or opposition. — "He stubbornly maintained that he had seen a ghost."

Synonyms of stubbornly

Words with a similar meaning to stubbornly:

• obstinately
• resolutely
• doggedly
• adamantly

Antonyms of stubbornly

Words with the opposite meaning to stubbornly:

• flexibly
• agreeably
• compliantly