obstinate

/ˈɒb.stɪ.nət/adj
High School
1

Stubbornly adhering to an opinion, purpose, or course, usually with implied unreasonableness; persistent.

2

Not easily subdued or removed.

3

Typical of an obstinate person; fixed and unmoving.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing