obdurate
/-ət/
Group 30Difficulty 2/3
Definition
- (adjective)
- Stubbornly refusing to change one's opinion or course of action GRE
Example in Context
The obdurate negotiator refused every compromise offered by the mediation team, insisting on terms that the other party could never accept.
Synonyms
stubbornunyieldinginflexible
Etymology
Lasting oppositely; stubborn and resistant to change.
- ob- (Latin) — against
- durare (Latin) — to last
Memory Aid
🦙Sounds like “obdurate”
Picture a llama saying 'OB-DURATE!' while refusing to budge an inch, no matter what!
Visual Association
🚫A person firmly planting their feet while everyone else tries to push them away — utterly unyielding.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “obdurate” mean on the GRE?
obdurate (adjective) means “Stubbornly refusing to change one's opinion or course of action”. The obdurate negotiator refused every compromise offered by the mediation team, insisting on terms that the other party could never accept.
How to remember “obdurate” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “obdurate” sounds like “obdurate”. Picture a llama saying 'OB-DURATE!' while refusing to budge an inch, no matter what!
What are synonyms for “obdurate”?
Common synonyms: stubborn, unyielding, inflexible.