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Definition of pigheaded

pigheaded

/ˌpɪɡˈhɛd.ɪd/
pig · head · ed
Adverb:pigheadedly
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1

Stupidly obstinate and unwilling to listen to reason or change one's opinion.

Example

"His pigheaded refusal to ask for directions caused us to arrive two hours late."

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• Rhymes for pigheaded

• Nearby Words

piggy
piggyback
piggybank
pigheaded
pigheadedly
pigheadedness
piglet

Word Origin & Etymology

First recorded in the early 17th century, this compound draws on the traditional perception of pigs as stubborn, intractable animals that are difficult to drive or herd.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Pigheaded. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/pigheaded
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