Obstinate

B2 16+

Synonyms of obstinate

Antonyms of obstinate

Collocations of obstinate

obstinate refusal
Frequency: 70 %

Despite numerous attempts to convince him, his obstinate refusal to change his mind remained unchanged.

obstinate behavior
Frequency: 60 %

Her obstinate behavior made it difficult for others to work with her.

obstinate attitude
Frequency: 50 %

His obstinate attitude towards authority figures often led to conflicts at work.

obstinate child
Frequency: 45 %

The obstinate child refused to eat his vegetables no matter how much his parents insisted.

Idiomatic Expressions for obstinate

  • Phrase: obstinate as a mule
    Meaning: describing someone who is very stubborn and refuses to change their mind or behavior
    Usage: He can be as obstinate as a mule when he doesn't get his way.