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stubbornly Synonyms

Another word for stubbornly

Choosing another word for stubbornly depends on context, so the 13 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adverb (Context 1)

In a manner that shows dogged determination not to change one's attitude, position, or course of action, despite good arguments or reasons to do so.

Usage Example

"Despite the clear evidence presented at the meeting, he obstinately refused to admit that his initial calculations were flawed."

Strongest
obstinately
doggedly
Strong
inflexibly
unyieldingly
mulishly
obdurately
adamantly
tenaciously
willfully
persistently

• adverb (Context 2)

In a way that is difficult to move, remove, cure, or change.

Usage Example

"Inflation has remained persistently high throughout the third quarter despite the central bank's intervention."

Strongest
persistently
Strong
relentlessly
tenaciously
steadfastly
firmly

Opposites of stubbornly

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

compliantly
flexibly
yieldingly
easily
readily
accommodatingly
docilely
submissively
See all opposites of stubbornly

• Nearby Words

stubbled
stubbly
stubborn
stubbornly
stubbornness
stubby
stucco

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