noun
- the quality of being determined not to change one’s attitude or position on something, especially in spite of good arguments or reasons to do so
Examples
- His stubbornness prevented him from admitting he was wrong.
- The child’s stubbornness made bedtime a daily battle.
- Her stubbornness in negotiations cost the company the deal.
- Sometimes stubbornness can be a virtue when fighting for what’s right.
- The team’s stubbornness in sticking to their original plan led to failure.
- His stubbornness about asking for directions made them late.