obnīxus — meaning in English Latin → English · translate English → Latin instead English meaning obstinate adj Refusing to change one's opinion or course of action, often unreasonably so. steadfast adj Firm and unwavering in loyalty, belief, or purpose. Senses obnīxus is used for these senses in English: obstinate Stubbornly adhering to an opinion, purpose, or course, usually with implied unreasonableness; persistent. steadfast Fixed or unchanging; steady. Related Latin words obstinātus pervicāx constans fidus firmus