Bullheaded

usgb/ˌbʊlˈhedɪd/
adjective

Stubborn or determined in a bad way.

Despite our warnings, he was bullheaded enough to drive into the storm.
Visual representation of "bullheaded" - Stubborn or determined in a bad way.

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  • bullheaded about
  • bullheaded attitude

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Disapproving

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Negative Connotation

The term usually implies criticism and suggests a lack of wise judgment.

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His bullheaded refusal to compromise caused the deal to fail.
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Emotional Tension

Used to express frustration with someone's stubborn behavior.

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Every meeting with him turns into an argument because of his bullheaded attitude.
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Conflict Escalation

Describes actions that intensify disagreements instead of resolving them.

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Her bullheaded decision to fire employees on a whim escalated the conflict.
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