Obduracy
noun
The state or quality of being stubborn and not changing your mind or actions.
Despite the protests and criticisms, the minister remained in a state of obduracy.
Often appears as...
- state of obduracy
- display of obduracy
Usage tips
Formal
noun
The act of not feeling or showing emotions, especially in situations that would normally make you upset.
His obduracy in the face of such tragedy was seen as a sign of strength by many.
Often appears as...
- emotional obduracy
- obduracy in tragedy
Usage tips
Formal
Literary
noun
The state or quality of being stubborn and not changing your mind or actions.
Despite the protests and criticisms, the minister remained in a state of obduracy.
Often appears as...
- state of obduracy
- display of obduracy
Usage tips
Formal
noun
The act of not feeling or showing emotions, especially in situations that would normally make you upset.
His obduracy in the face of such tragedy was seen as a sign of strength by many.
Often appears as...
- emotional obduracy
- obduracy in tragedy
Usage tips
Formal
Literary
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Negative Connotation
Often implies a negative judgment of being too stubborn, especially when compromise is needed.
The CEO's obduracy on the issue resulted in a costly lawsuit.
Pro Tip 2/3Confusion with Determination
'Obduracy' is different from 'determination'; it suggests a refusal to change, sometimes irrationally.
Her obduracy to not listen to new evidence frustrated the team.
Pro Tip 3/3Formal Context
Used in formal or literary contexts, not in casual conversation.
The committee's obduracy left no room for further discussion.
Compare with
determinationfirminflexibilityobstinacypersistencerefusalresistancerigiditystubborn
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