Stubbornly: meaning, definitions and examples
๐คจ
stubbornly
[ หstสbษrnli ]
in a stubborn manner
In a way that shows a refusal to change one's opinion or chosen course of action, despite attempts to persuade one to do so.
Synonyms
doggedly, inflexibly, obstinately
Examples of usage
- She stubbornly refused to apologize for her mistake.
- He stubbornly resisted any form of compromise.
in a difficult to move or change way
In a way that is difficult to move, change, or deal with, typically due to a strong resistance or determination.
Synonyms
resolutely, unbendingly, unyieldingly
Examples of usage
- The rusty door stubbornly refused to open.
- The old tree stubbornly stood its ground against the strong winds.
Translations
Translations of the word "stubbornly" in other languages:
๐ต๐น teimosamente
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคฟเคฆเฅเคฆเฅเคชเคจ เคธเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช hartnรคckig
๐ฎ๐ฉ keras kepala
๐บ๐ฆ ัะฟะตััะพ
๐ต๐ฑ uparcie
๐ฏ๐ต ้ ๅบใซ (ใใใใซ)
๐ซ๐ท obstinรฉment
๐ช๐ธ tercamente
๐น๐ท inatla
๐ฐ๐ท ๊ณ ์ง์ค๋ฝ๊ฒ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุจุนูุงุฏ
๐จ๐ฟ tvrdohlavฤ
๐ธ๐ฐ tvrdohlavo
๐จ๐ณ ๅบๆงๅฐ (gรนzhรญ de)
๐ธ๐ฎ trmasto
๐ฎ๐ธ รพrjรณskulega
๐ฐ๐ฟ าััััาััาะฟะตะฝ
๐ฌ๐ช แฏแแฃแขแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ inadla
๐ฒ๐ฝ tercamente
Etymology
The word 'stubbornly' comes from the Middle English word 'stuburnli', which is derived from the Old English word 'stybbornlice'. The term has been used since the 14th century to describe a firm and determined attitude that is unwilling to change or give in. Over time, it has come to represent a sense of strong resistance or perseverance in the face of challenges.
See also: stubborn, stubbornness.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #17,535, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.
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