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stubborn Synonyms

Another word for stubborn

Choosing another word for stubborn depends on context, so the 18 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Having or showing dogged determination not to change one's attitude or position on something, especially in spite of good arguments or reasons to do so.

Usage Example

"He was too obstinate to admit that he had taken the wrong turn."

Strongest
obstinate
headstrong
hardheaded
pigheaded
Strong
bullheaded
unyielding
inflexible
intransigent
obdurate
willful

• adjective (Context 2)

Difficult to move, remove, or cure.

Usage Example

"She used a special detergent to remove the persistent grass stains from her jeans."

Strongest
persistent
Strong
tenacious
intractable
deep-seated
indelible
refractory
recalcitrant
lingering

Opposites of stubborn

The opposite of stubborn shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

compliant
yielding
flexible
accommodating
amenable
cooperative
docile
manageable
See all opposites of stubborn

• Nearby Words

stubble
stubbled
stubbly
stubborn
stubbornly
stubbornness
stubby

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Stubborn. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/stubborn
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