How to Pronounce "obstinacy"
word
ˈɑbstənəsi
OB-stuh-nuh-see
ˈɒbstɪnəsi
OB-sti-nuh-see
Definition
The quality of being very stubborn and refusing to change your mind or behavior, even when people try to persuade you.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɑbstənəsi
British English
ˈɒbstɪnəsi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
OB-stuh-nuh-see
UK
OB-sti-nuh-see
Listen in Context
Her obstinacy made it hard for the team to agree.
Children often show obstinacy when they don’t get what they want.
His obstinacy surprised his friends.
No matter what we said, her obstinacy wouldn't let her change her mind.