noun
- The trait of being difficult to handle or overcome.
- synonyms: stubbornness, obstinacy, mulishness
- Resolute adherence to your own ideas or desires.
- synonyms: stubbornness, bullheadedness, obstinacy, pigheadedness, self-will
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