stubborn
UK ['stʌb.ən] US [-ɚn] mainly disapproving
adjective
ADVANCED
■describes someone who is determined to do what they want and refuses to do anything else 顽固的，执拗的，倔强的•They have massive rows because they're both so stubborn.他们俩吵得很凶，因为他们两个人都很固执。 ■Things that are stubborn are difficult to move, change or deal with 难移动的；难改变的；难对付的•He was famed for his stubborn resistance and his refusal to accept defeat.他以顽强抵抗、不甘失败著称。 •Stubborn stains can be removed using a small amount of detergent.使用少量清洁剂即可去除顽渍。
UK ['stʌb.ən] US [-ɚn] mainly disapproving
adjective
be as stubborn as a mule
■to be very stubborn 倔得像头驴子，非常固执 |