stubbornly

Meanings

• adverb

  Refusing to change one's opinion or course of action despite strong persuasion or evidence to the contrary.

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Rhymes

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urbanly , jubilantly , sublimely , delicately , grumblely

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Variants

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stubborn , stubborner , stubbornest , stubbornly , stubbornness , stubbornnesses

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Etymology

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Originally meant 'obdurate' or 'unyielding.' Derived from the Old English word 'stubor,' meaning 'obstinacy' or 'obduracy.'

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Trivia

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1. The term 'stubbornly' was first used in English literature in the 15th century.

2. The word 'stubborn' comes from the Old English word 'stobor,' which means 'stump' or 'obstinate.'

3. In some cultures, being 'stubborn' is seen as a positive trait, as it shows determination and perseverance. In others, it is seen as a negative trait, as it can lead to inflexibility and resistance to change.

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Related Concepts

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1. obdurate: Synonym of 'stubbornly' that means unyielding or uncompromising.

2. tenacious: Another synonym of 'stubbornly' that means determined and persistent.

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Quotes

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1. Louise was not the first to posit the idea of a miniature horse ancestral to the Arab; but she was the only one "stubborn" enough to prove it.

   - Jason Elliot,{it}Mirrors of the Unseen{/it},2006

2. In the search for strategies to deal with the "stubborn" and deadly problem of driving under the influence, many cops are turning to an unusual tactic: Recruiting volunteer drinkers and drug users to teach officers to recognize impaired drivers.

   - Russell Gold,{it}Wall Street Journal{/it},29 Oct. 2002

3. To remove "stubborn" price tags from items like dishes and glassware, I use a cotton pad or Q-tip soaked with rubbing alcohol. The alcohol dissolves the sticky glue and doesn't mess up my manicure.

   - Kathe Palmucci,{it}Real Simple{/it},April 2003

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Culture

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In literature, 'stubbornly' is often used to describe characters who refuse to give in to adversity or to accept defeat. For example, in F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby, Jay Gatsby's 'stubborn' pursuit of Daisy Buchanan drives the plot of the novel.

How to Memorize "stubbornly"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person digging in their heels and refusing to move, even when faced with strong opposition. Visualize this image whenever you encounter the word 'stubbornly'.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'stubbornly' with the image of a mule or donkey, which is known for its stubbornness and refusal to be led.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic device by remembering the phrase 'Stubbornly means stuck in one's ways.'

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