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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

obstinacy

/ɒbˈstɪnəsi/ noun · British & US
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What does obstinacy mean?

noun

The state or quality of being obstinate; stubbornness or determination to continue an action or opinion in the face of opposition or difficulty.

Example

"Her obstinacy in pursuing her goal led to her eventual success."

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