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obstinacy

UK/'ɒbstinәsi/US
GREC2

Definitions

n.

The quality of being stubbornly fixed in one's opinions or actions; doggedness

固执,顽固,倔强

Root Breakdown

Root-derived
obstinatestem
+
cystate, quality, condition
=obstinacy

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    His obstinacy prevented him from accepting any advice or criticism.

  • 2.

    The child's obstinacy made simple tasks difficult for the caregiver.

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