noun
definition
Stubbornness.
definition
A disease of citrus trees characterized by stunted growth and misshapen fruit, caused by Spiroplasma citri.
adjective
definition
Refusing to move or to change one's opinion; obstinate; firmly resisting; persistent in doing something.
example
Blood can make a very stubborn stain on fabrics if not washed properly.
definition
Of materials: physically stiff and inflexible; not easily melted or worked.
Examples of stubborn in a Sentence
Your body is stubborn, but you will heal.
All because she was too stubborn to ask Evelyn to leave.
You're as stubborn as a mule.
She was strong and stubborn enough to walk away from him.
His gaze dropped to the thin, stubborn line that was her mouth and then to her scarf.
You're the most stubborn person I've ever met.
Still, you know how stubborn he can be.
He concentrated on encouraging the stubborn horse to head back the way they came.
You're just too stubborn to see it.
He knew his stubborn will and straightforward hasty temper.
Intrigued, Gabriel relented from his stubborn position before the altar.
But, though the sultan remained stubborn, the emperor Alexander, who since the Congress of Laibach had been wholly under Metternich's influence, resisted the clamour of his people for war, and dismissed his Greek minister Capo d'Istria.
The conception of a permanent confederation, bound together in offensive and defensive alliance for common objects, has not occurred to these hard fighters and stubborn asserters of their civic privileges.
The tricolour which floated triumphantly over all the strongholds of Italy early in the year, at its close waved only over Genoa, wher Massna prepared for a stubborn defence.
She was sure stubborn about the goats with Josh.
In August a conference of the four powers assembled at Vienna, but the settlement they proposed, which practically conceded everything demanded by Russia except the claim to the protectorate, though accepted by the tsar, was rejected by the Porte, now fallen into a mood of stubborn resentment at the Russian invasion.
Art paint can be a great resource, however it can be tricky to apply and stubborn to remove.
As an earth sign, Taurus has a double-dose of this stubborn trait and a refusal to accept change.
For stubborn stains, use a mild detergent followed by a rinse of clear water.
Despite its stubborn nature, you can remove Kool Aid stains from your carpet.
Even the most stubborn of coffee films vanish after three soaking efforts.
You're too smart to be so damn stubborn.
Erik was just … stubborn.
He's a stubborn jackass like that.
Katie had reason to know how stubborn and spirited Carmen could be when she did care.
Logan, offered a stubborn resistance, however, and Schofield's army now intervened.
During the struggle of the Aetolians against Rome it stood a stubborn siege.
Just as prolonged and stubborn is the struggle now proceeding between the old and the new conception of history, and theology in the same way stands on guard for the old view, and accuses the new view of subverting revelation.
Taurus can be very stubborn in his perspective about life.
This won't be easy because Taurus is very stubborn about changing his mind once he forms an opinion.
While it's true that Taurus can be quiet stubborn on certain matters, there can be no doubt that a romantic experience with this lady isn't one you will soon forget!
For example, if you are born when the sun is in Taurus, you are used to reading astrology descriptions that tag you as stubborn, sensuous and materially oriented.
If you're trying to potty train a stubborn toddler or get your older child to clean his room on a regular basis, print off a calendar that marks progress towards your goal.
One look at White Mountain Shoes' stylish collection of clogs and mules, and even the most stubborn fashion fanatics would be inclined to agree.
Ideal for individuals with acne-prone skin, this product is formulated to work on even the most stubborn blemishes.
You know how stubborn you are about not doing business with dishonest people.
Rhyn smiled faintly, admiring the woman before him. She was foolishly stubborn and lippy – and he loved that about her. She was the first creature ever to see beyond his half-demon curse.
But his stubborn enforcement of the law won him the applause of the people, who called him familiarly le petit pere.
She was very stubborn about holding on to it.
It can also be used neat on stubborn stains.
They are generally good natured, although very stubborn at times, and really enjoy having friends and joining in group activities.
My dad liked to say Louie was as stubborn as the mules he drove through his fields.
Either we 've all been incredibly stubborn and ignored the instructions or it just is n't going to work in a pastoral situation.
My stubborn side knew there had to be a solution.
They are affectionate, entertaining and stubborn.
His need for attention and his stubborn streak give him a child-like quality.
These dogs are loyal, intelligent and enthusiastic, but they have a tendency to be a little stubborn if consistency isn't applied to their training.
Follow with an abrasive pad to clean any stubborn glue remnants.
If you have a stubborn, thick residue left on your floor after pulling up your tiles, use a chemical floor-adhesive remover.
To remove stubborn tarnish, a silver polishing liquid or cream can be applied to the ring with a soft cotton cloth.