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 |
|---|---|
| tout | to make much of : promote |
| pernicious | highly injurious or destructive : deadly |
| bicker | petulant quarreling : altercation |
| disparage | to depreciate (see depreciate |
| repulse | to drive or beat back : repel |
| malingerer | to pretend or exaggerate incapacity or illness (as to avoid duty or work) |
| traumatic | psychologically or emotionally stressful in a way that can lead to serious mental and emotional problems |
| waylay | to lie in wait for or attack (someone) from ambush |
| prestige | standing or estimation in the eyes of people : weight or credit in general opinion |
| blunt | having an edge or point that is not sharp |