obstinate
adjective C2
Plain meaning
refusing to change opinion or behaviour
Exam-register meaning
In academic or exam writing, this is used to discuss refusing to change opinion or behaviour in a more precise way.
In context
naturalThe report described obstinate refusal in a clear and practical way.
examThe findings show that obstinate refusal can influence educational, social, or economic outcomes.
Common collocations
obstinate refusalobstinate childobstinate attitude
Watch out
Do not overuse it as a direct replacement for “good/bad”. Use it with natural nouns such as “obstinate refusal”.