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.

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WordMeaning
divaprima donna
decreean order usually having the force of law
repudiateto refuse to accept
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rouea man devoted to a life of sensual pleasure : rake
espionagethe practice of spying or using spies to obtain information about the plans and activities especially of a foreign government or a competing company
amuleta charm (such as an ornament) often inscribed with a magic incantation or symbol to aid the wearer or protect against evil (such as disease or witchcraft)
gentryupper or ruling class : aristocracy
concordatcompact
lividdiscolored by bruising : black-and-blue