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OBSTINATE

(adj., adj.sat, verb)

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There are 4 meanings of the word Obstinate.

How to pronounce obstinate:

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Obstinate - as an adjective

Tenaciously unwilling or marked by tenacious unwillingness to yield

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
stubborn12unregenerate13

Obstinate - as an adjective satellite

Stubbornly persistent in wrongdoing

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cussed9obdurate11unrepentant13

Resistant to guidance or discipline

Example: "Mary mary quite contrary"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
contrary13perverse13wayward17

Obstinate - as a verb

Persist stubbornly

Example: "He obstinates himself against all rational arguments"

Example Sentences

"She is very obstinate and refuses to listen to anyone."
"Despite the evidence against him, he remained obstinate in his belief of innocence."
"The obstinate old man insisted on doing everything his own way."
"Her obstinate nature made it difficult to compromise with her."
"He has an obstinate personality that often leads to conflicts with others."
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Word Game Points

Is OBSTINATE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, obstinate is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

OBSTINATE has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is OBSTINATE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, obstinate is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
OBSTINATE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is OBSTINATE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, obstinate is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
OBSTINATE has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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