Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

obdurate

adjective

/ˈɒb.dʒʊr.ət/

Definition

Stubbornly refusing to change one’s opinion or course of action.

Examples

Despite numerous pleas for help, she remained obdurate in her refusal to change her mind.
The obdurate attitude of the manager made it difficult to implement any new policies.

Meaning

Obdurate refers to someone who is incredibly firm in their decisions and unyielding in their attitudes or beliefs, often despite moral considerations or persuasive arguments.