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How do you spell Obstinate?

Correct spelling

obstinate

Think 'obstinate' - stands firm with 'in' at the end, not 'ant'

Why is obstinate spelled this way?

From Latin obstinatus, resolved. OB (against) + STARE (to stand). Someone obstinate stands against — refusal that holds its ground regardless of argument.

Common misspellings of obstinate

obstinantobstenateobstanate

Example

Despite all evidence to the contrary, he remained obstinate in his refusal to apologize.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell obstinate?+
The correct spelling is "obstinate". Think 'obstinate' - stands firm with 'in' at the end, not 'ant'
Is it obstinant or obstinate?+
The correct spelling is "obstinate", not "obstinant".

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