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 |
|---|---|
| deference | respect and esteem due a superior or an elder |
| plaudit | an act or round of applause |
| barefaced | having the face uncovered: |
| impending | occurring or likely to occur soon : upcoming |
| accost | to approach and speak to (someone) in an often challenging or aggressive way |
| begrudge | to give or concede reluctantly or with displeasure |
| incompatible | not compatible: such as |
| jubilation | an act of rejoicing : the state of being jubilant |
| headstrong | not easily restrained : impatient of control, advice, or suggestions |
| murmur | a half-suppressed or muttered complaint : grumbling |