stubbornly
UK: ˈstʌbənli | US: ˈstʌbərnli
adv. in a manner showing unreasonable determination or resistance to change
adv. persistently or obstinately
The word "stubbornly" evolved from the Middle English term stoburn, which originally referenced something as unyielding as a tree stump (Old English stybb). The addition of the suffix -ly transformed the adjective into an adverb, emphasizing the unrelenting nature of an action. The imagery of a rooted stump perfectly captures the essence of obstinacy.
She stubbornly refused to apologize, even when proven wrong.
The old door stubbornly resisted all attempts to open it.
He worked stubbornly through the night to finish the project.
The cat stubbornly ignored its owner’s calls.
Despite the pain, the athlete stubbornly continued the race.