11
adamant(adjective, tough, firm, determined, resolute)
11
contrary(adjective, tough, cross, stupid, awkward)
11
tenacious(adjective, tough, firm, resist, awkward)
10
ungovernable(adjective, mean, tough, difficult, passionate)
10
uncompromising(adjective, tough, firm, determined, resolute)
10
uncontrollable(adjective, mean, hard, severe, rough)
10
wayward(adjective, negative, hostile, contrary, stubborn)
9
bullheaded(adjective, tough, firm, resist, determined)
9
pertinacious(adjective, strong, tough, firm, difficult)
9
violent(adjective, mean, hard, severe, rough)
8
hardheaded(adjective, strong, tough, firm, resist)
8
opinionated(adjective, tough, firm, violent, wild)
8
stiff-necked(adjective, tough, firm, resist, determined)
8
strong-willed(adjective, determined, resolute, tenacious)
7
resolute(adjective, hard, tough, sharp, firm)
7
stiff(adjective, hard, severe, rough, harsh)
7
bold(adjective, careless, anxious, worried, resolute)
7
business-minded
7
hard(adjective, sharp, determined, resolute, stubborn)
7
immovable(adjective, tough, determined, resolute, stubborn)
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