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词组 stubborn
释义 stubborn
The following words can all be used to describe someone who is determined to do what they want to do, and refuses to change their mind:
firm, intransigent, obstinate, pig-headed, rigid, steadfast, stubborn

You use firm or steadfast to show that you approve of someone's behaviour. Steadfast is a rather literary word.
If parents are firm, children accept discipline.
He relied on the calm and steadfast Kathy.

Stubborn, obstinate, pig-headed, rigid, and intransigent are all used to show disapproval. Intransigent is a formal word.
He and his officials remained as stubborn as ever.
...an obstinate and rebellious child.
They can be stupid and pig-headed.
They have a reputation for being rigid, distant and unloving.
He told them how intransigent the racists in his country had been.

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