Mulishly: meaning, definitions and examples
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mulishly
[ ˈmjuːlɪʃli ]
behavior description
Mulishly refers to the manner of behaving stubbornly or obstinately, akin to a mule. When someone acts mulishly, they refuse to change their opinion or attitude even in the face of reasonable arguments or persuasion. This term is often used to describe a person who is being inflexible, unyielding, or difficult to manage. It implies a strong-willed determination to resist change regardless of the consequences. The term captures the essence of someone who does not give way, often causing frustration among those around them.
Synonyms
headstrong, inflexibly, obstinately, stubbornly, willfully.
Examples of usage
- He mulishly refused to consider the alternative solution.
- Despite the evidence, she argued mulishly against the new policy.
- The child mulishly insisted on having his way, ignoring his parents' advice.
Translations
Translations of the word "mulishly" in other languages:
🇵🇹 teimosamente
🇮🇳 जिद्दीपन से
🇩🇪 stur
🇮🇩 keras kepala
🇺🇦 уперто
🇵🇱 uporczywie
🇯🇵 頑固に (ganko ni)
🇫🇷 de manière obstinée
🇪🇸 tercamente
🇹🇷 inatçı bir şekilde
🇰🇷 고집스럽게 (gojipseureopge)
🇸🇦 بشكل عنيد
🇨🇿 tvrdohlavě
🇸🇰 tvrdohlavo
🇨🇳 固执地 (gùzhí de)
🇸🇮 trmaste
🇮🇸 stubbornly
🇰🇿 қатал түрде
🇬🇪 მტკიცედ (mtkiced)
🇦🇿 inadkarcasına
🇲🇽 terco
Etymology
The word 'mulishly' is derived from the adjective 'mule', which refers to a hybrid animal resulting from the breeding of a male donkey and a female horse. The roots of the word 'mule' come from the Latin 'mulus', which also means mule. The connotation of stubbornness is attributed to the animal's notorious reputation for being obstinate and difficult to control when it does not wish to move. The transition from the noun to the adverb 'mulishly' allows for a description of behavior that mimics this trait. The incorporation of this term into the English language speaks to the cultural significance placed on animal behavior as a reflection of human traits. Over time, the term has evolved into a figurative way to describe human stubbornness and is used in various contexts, from daily conversations to literary works.