Mulish (Adjective)
Meaning
Unreasonably rigid in the face of argument or entreaty or attack.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- She was mulish about her decision to quit the job, refusing to consider any alternatives.
- Despite his parents' repeated warnings, the teenager was mulish about driving recklessly.
- The coach's mulish refusal to adjust the game plan cost the team the championship.
- After a few days of discussion, he became mulish and stopped listening to any opposing views.
- The child was mulish about eating her vegetables, crossing her arms and turning her head away.