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STUBBORN

(adj., adj.sat, noun)

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There are 4 meanings of the word Stubborn.

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Stubborn - as an adjective

Tenaciously unwilling or marked by tenacious unwillingness to yield

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
obstinateunregenerate
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
docile

Stubborn - as an adjective satellite

Not responding to treatment

Example: "A stubborn infection"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
refractory

Stubborn - as a noun

Stubbornness.

A disease of citrus trees characterized by stunted growth and misshapen fruit, caused by spiroplasma citri.

Example Sentences

"She is a stubborn child who never listens to anyone."
"I tried to change his mind, but he remained stubborn and refused to budge."
"The stubborn stain on the carpet wouldn't come out no matter how hard I scrubbed."
"Despite the doctors' advice, he was stubborn and continued to smoke."
"My boss is so stubborn, he never accepts suggestions from others."
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Word Game Points

Is STUBBORN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, stubborn is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

STUBBORN has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is STUBBORN a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, stubborn is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
STUBBORN has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is STUBBORN a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, stubborn is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
STUBBORN has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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