Definition of Obstinate

stubbornly refusing to change one's opinion or action; very difficult to change or persuade; refusing to obey

Examples of Obstinate in a sentence

Although the little boy knew he was wrong, he was too obstinate to apologize to his parents.  🔊

Everyone described my grandfather as the most obstinate man alive!  🔊

Obstinate and unyielding, the judge refused to give the defendant credit for time served.  🔊

The obstinate protestors refused to leave the office complex.  🔊

How can you be so obstinate and lovable at the same time?  🔊

The salesman was obstinate about the car’s price.  🔊

Because she is so obstinate, my niece often ends up eating dinner alone in her room.  🔊

Even though Henry’s friends wanted him to join them at the arcade, he remained obstinate and went to the library to study.  🔊

Cheryl was obstinate and refused to admit her marriage was over.  🔊

While an old dog can be quite obstinate, he can still learn new tricks.  🔊

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