Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

obduracy

noun
/ˈɒb.dʒə.ri.si/
Definition
The quality of being stubbornly resistant to moral influences or persuasion.
Examples
  • His obduracy in refusing to apologize caused a rift in their friendship.
  • Despite the overwhelming evidence, her obduracy kept her from changing her mind.
Meaning
Obduracy refers to a state of being unyielding or hardened against feelings, opinions, or the force of moral considerations.
Synonyms
  • stubbornness
  • intransigence
  • hard-heartedness
  • obstinacy