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 |
|---|---|
| reprisal | a retaliatory act |
| bridle | the headgear with which a horse is governed and which carries a bit (see bit |
| earmark | a mark of identification on the ear of an animal |
| circumscribe | to constrict (see constrict |
| expedient | suitable for achieving a particular end in a given circumstance |
| coalesce | to grow together |
| delta | the 4th letter of the Greek alphabet see Alphabet Table |
| onus | burden |
| enjoin | to direct or impose by authoritative order or with urgent admonition |
| cede | to yield or grant typically by treaty |