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stubborn

/ˈstʌbərn/ adjective · British & US
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What does stubborn mean?

adjective

Unwilling to change one's opinion or course of action, despite good arguments or persuasion. Firmly refusing to do something or to change one's mind.

Example

"She was stubborn and refused to give up on her dream."

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