pigheaded
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Adj — Stubborn to an unreasonable or foolish degree.
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Etymology
From "pig" plus "headed", comparing stubbornness to the supposed obstinacy of a pig.
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What does “pigheaded” mean?
The word “pigheaded” means stubborn to an unreasonable or foolish degree. In plain terms, refusing to change your mind even when you clearly should.
How do you use “pigheaded” in a sentence?
Here is “pigheaded” used in a sentence: “He was too pigheaded to admit he'd taken the wrong turn.”
What part of speech is “pigheaded”?
“Pigheaded” is an adjective.