obduracy

Synonyms for obduracy: stubbornness, obstinacy, inflexibility, intransigence, adamancy, pigheadedness.

Definitions

The quality or state of being stubbornly persistent in wrongdoing.

A hardened feeling or lack of susceptibility to moral influence or persuasion.

The politician's obduracy in the face of overwhelming evidence frustrated his colleagues.

Despite the teacher's repeated warnings, the student's obduracy prevented him from changing his disruptive behavior.

Her obduracy regarding the terms of the contract made it impossible for the two parties to reach an agreement.