stubbornly
adverb/ˈstʌbərnli/
Frequency rank: #14,127 most common English word
Meaning
in a way that is determined not to change one's attitude or position; obstinately.
Example sentence
He stubbornly refused to change his mind, even after hearing all the evidence.
Synonyms & related words
- obstinately
- persistently
- resolutely
- firmly
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