Stubbornly: meaning, definitions and examples

🤨
Add to dictionary

stubbornly

 

[ ˈstʌbərnli ]

Context #1

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.
Context #2

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:

🇵🇹 teimosamente

🇮🇳 जिद्दीपन से

🇩🇪 hartnäckig

🇮🇩 keras kepala

🇺🇦 уперто

🇵🇱 uparcie

🇯🇵 頑固に (がんこに)

🇫🇷 obstinément

🇪🇸 tercamente

🇹🇷 inatla

🇰🇷 고집스럽게

🇸🇦 بعناد

🇨🇿 tvrdohlavě

🇸🇰 tvrdohlavo

🇨🇳 固执地 (gùzhí de)

🇸🇮 trmasto

🇮🇸 þrjóskulega

🇰🇿 қырсықтықпен

🇬🇪 ჯიუტად

🇦🇿 inadla

🇲🇽 tercamente

Word origin

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.