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obstinacy in German

obstinacy in German is Eigensinn, Sturheit — obstinacy means stubborn refusal to change one's mind or course of action.

obstinacy in German

Eigensinn
noun
The state, or an act, of stubbornness or doggedness.
Sturheit
noun
The state, or an act, of stubbornness or doggedness.

What does "obstinacy" mean?

  1. noun Stubborn refusal to change one's mind or course of action.
    "His obstinacy cost him the deal — he wouldn't budge on a single point."
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obstinacy in a sentence

  • His obstinacy cost him the deal — he wouldn't budge on a single point.

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What is "obstinacy" in German?

"obstinacy" in German is Eigensinn, Sturheit. obstinacy means: Stubborn refusal to change one's mind or course of action.

How do you use "obstinacy" in a sentence?

Example: "His obstinacy cost him the deal — he wouldn't budge on a single point." In German, "obstinacy" is Eigensinn, Sturheit.

Are there other ways to say "obstinacy" in German?

Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "obstinacy": Eigensinn, Sturheit.

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