Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
obduration
Noun
/ˌäb-dʌˈreɪ-ʃən/
Definition
Obduration refers to the act of hardening or becoming unyielding, especially in reference to one’s emotions or attitudes.
Examples
- His obduration in the face of their pleas was surprising.
- The obduration of the ice made it impossible to drive through the winter landscape.
- Despite the obduration of her heart, she still felt a pang of guilt.
Meaning
The term denotes a state of being emotionally hardened or resistant to change, often implying a sense of stubbornness or cruelty.
Synonyms
- Stubbornness
- Hardness
- Callousness
- Impassiveness
