adverb
B2
Upper-Intermediate
stubbornly
Stubbornly (adverb) means In a way that shows refusal to change one’s mind or give in. Example: “She stubbornly refused to apologize.”
adverb
1
In a way that shows refusal to change one’s mind or give in.
"She stubbornly refused to apologize."
How to use stubbornly
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDoing something with obstinate persistence, often against advice or evidence.
Common pairings
stubbornly refuse
stubbornly persist
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more stubbornly
- Superlative
- most stubbornly
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She _____ refused to apologize.
Etymology
From stubborn + the adverb-forming suffix -ly.
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What does “stubbornly” mean?
The word “stubbornly” means in a way that shows refusal to change one’s mind or give in. In plain terms, doing something with obstinate persistence, often against advice or evidence.
How do you use “stubbornly” in a sentence?
Here is “stubbornly” used in a sentence: “She stubbornly refused to apologize.”
What part of speech is “stubbornly”?
“Stubbornly” is an adverb.
What is the meaning of stubbornly?
"stubbornly" (adverb) means in a way that shows refusal to change one’s mind or give in.
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