Bloody Minded

C1 16+

Pronunciation: /ˈblʌdi ˈmaɪndɪd/

Definitions of bloody minded

adjective Bloody minded is an adjective that describes someone who is stubborn, obstinate, or contrary in their opinions or behavior.

Example Sentences

A1 My brother can be so bloody minded when he doesn't get his way.

A2 The teacher was frustrated with the bloody minded student who refused to follow instructions.

B1 Her bloody minded determination to succeed helped her overcome many obstacles.

B2 The CEO's bloody minded focus on cutting costs led to layoffs and reduced quality.

C1 The politician's bloody minded pursuit of power alienated many of his colleagues.

C2 The artist's bloody minded dedication to his craft resulted in a masterpiece that captivated audiences.

Examples of bloody minded in a Sentence

formal The committee was frustrated by the chairman's bloody minded refusal to consider any alternative proposals.

informal My boss can be so bloody minded sometimes, always insisting on doing things her way.

slang I can't believe how bloody minded that guy is, never willing to compromise on anything.

figurative Her stubbornness was like a bloody minded wall, impossible to break through.

Grammatical Forms of bloody minded

past tense

bloody minded

plural

bloody mindeds

comparative

more bloody minded

superlative

most bloody minded

present tense

bloody minds

future tense

will be bloody minded

perfect tense

have been bloody minded

continuous tense

is being bloody minded

singular

bloody minded

positive degree

bloody minded

infinitive

to be bloody minded

gerund

being bloody minded

participle

bloody minded

Origin and Evolution of bloody minded

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Middle English
Story behind the word: The origin of the term 'bloody minded' can be traced back to the Middle Ages in England.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe someone who was stubborn or obstinate, the term 'bloody minded' evolved over time to also imply a sense of aggressiveness or a willingness to use force to achieve one's goals.