bullheaded

/'bul'hedid/

Thân thiện

A bullheaded man refuses to ask for directions.

Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Stubborn and unreasonable: Describes a person who is obstinate, refusing to change their opinion or course of action despite good arguments or evidence to the contrary. It implies a foolish or irrational level of stubbornness.

Usage

• The word "bullheaded" is used to describe a person's character or behavior, typically in a critical or disapproving way. It emphasizes an unyielding attitude that is seen as irrational or stupid.
• It is often used in informal contexts.

Examples

• Adjective:
  • His bullheaded refusal to listen to advice led to the project's failure.
  • Don't be so bullheaded; there is a clear solution if you would just consider it.

Advanced Usage

• "to be bullheaded about something": to be unreasonably stubborn regarding a specific issue.
  • She was bullheaded about her decision, even when presented with the facts.

Variants and Related Words

• Bullheadedly (adverb): in a stubborn and unreasonable manner.

  • He bullheadedly insisted on his original plan.

• Bullheadedness (noun): the quality of being bullheaded.

  • Her bullheadedness is her greatest weakness.

Synonyms

• Obstinate: stubbornly refusing to change one's opinion or chosen course of action.
• Pigheaded: very similar to "bullheaded," implying stupid obstinacy.
• Stubborn: having or showing dogged determination not to change one's attitude or position.

Antonyms

• Flexible: ready and able to change so as to adapt to different circumstances.
• Amenable: open and responsive to suggestion; easily persuaded or controlled.
• Reasonable: having sound judgment; fair and sensible.

Học thuật

Adjective

1. obstinate and stupid

Từ đồng nghĩa

• bullet-headed
• pigheaded