GRE Word List
OBSTINATE
stubbornly adhering to an opinion, purpose, or course in spite of reason, arguments, or persuasion
The meaning of the word obstinate is stubbornly adhering to an opinion, purpose, or course in spite of reason, arguments, or persuasion.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| inviolable | secure from violation or profanation |
| underscore | to draw a line under : underline |
| inconsequential | of no significance : unimportant |
| retribution | recompense |
| proviso | an article or clause (as in a contract) that introduces a condition |
| exasperate | to cause irritation or annoyance to |
| quench | put out |
| fodder | something fed to domestic animals |
| distort | to twist (see twist |
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