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OBDURATE

(adj.sat, verb, adj.)

Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Obdurate.

How to pronounce obdurate:

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Obdurate - as an adjective satellite

Stubbornly persistent in wrongdoing

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cussed9obstinate11unrepentant13

Showing unfeeling resistance to tender feelings

Example: "His flinty gaze"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
flint8flinty12granitic11stony8

Obdurate - as a verb

To harden; to obdure.

Obdurate - as an adjective

Stubbornly persistent, generally in wrongdoing; refusing to reform or repent.

Physically hardened, toughened.

Hardened against feeling; hard-hearted.

Example Sentences

"Despite his teacher's pleading, the obdurate student refused to submit the assignment."
"The obdurate child refused to eat his vegetables, even after numerous attempts by his parents."
"The obdurate criminal showed no remorse for his actions during the trial."
"Her obdurate attitude was evident in her refusal to apologize for her mistake."
"Despite facing repeated failures, the obdurate entrepreneur continued to pursue his business idea."
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Word Game Points

Is OBDURATE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, obdurate is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

OBDURATE has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is OBDURATE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, obdurate is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
OBDURATE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is OBDURATE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, obdurate is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
OBDURATE has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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