Word/Phrase: stubbornly

Associations

"Stubbornly" means doing something in a way that shows strong determination to not change your mind or behavior. It suggests a refusal to listen or adapt. You can associate it with traits like persistence and inflexibility.

• Example 1: "She stubbornly refused to change her plans." This means she was determined not to change even when it would have been better to do so.
• Example 2: "He stubbornly insisted on doing things his way." This shows he is unwilling to consider alternatives.
• Example 3: "They stubbornly held on to their beliefs despite new evidence." This means they wouldn't change their minds even when confronted with facts.

A well-known synonym for "stubbornly" is "obstinately," but "obstinately" often has a slightly negative connotation, suggesting a more unreasonable or aggressive attitude compared to "stubbornly."

Substitution

If you want to change "stubbornly," you could use:

• "adamantly" – which means firmly refusing to be persuaded, often used in contexts of debate or arguments.
• "tenaciously" – which means holding on persistently, but it has a more positive connotation, often indicating strong willpower.
• "inflexibly" – which means not willing to change; it sounds more rigid than "stubbornly."

Using these substitutes would change the tone and meaning slightly, so choose based on the context you are in.