Definition of Stiff-necked

pridefully stubborn and inflexible

Examples of Stiff-necked in a sentence

Known as a stickler in the business world, the stiff-necked banker is inflexible when it comes to lending policies.  🔊

While my mother is patient and accommodating, my father is stiff-necked and pridefully refuses to show compassion.  🔊

The stiff-necked attorney’s tendency to be obstinate and headstrong during trial helps him win tough cases.  🔊

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