Obduracy (Noun)
Meaning
Resoluteness by virtue of being unyielding and inflexible.
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- The politician's obduracy on the issue led to a stalemate in negotiations with the opposing party.
- Her obduracy in the face of criticism only strengthened her resolve to pursue her artistic vision.
- The union's obduracy in demanding higher wages resulted in a prolonged strike that crippled the industry.
- The company's obduracy in refusing to recall the defective product sparked widespread outrage among consumers.
- The activist's obduracy in the face of government intimidation earned her a reputation as a fearless champion of human rights.