顽固
stubborn; obstinate; hard to change
Meanings
3 senses · 8 examplesadjective
stubbornly conservative; unwilling to accept new things
neutralDescribes a rigid mindset, often used with 守旧 or 不化.
He is very stubborn and unwilling to try any new technology.
Grandpa is a stubborn and old-fashioned person.
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An obstinate and inflexible attitude will only hinder progress.
adjective
reactionary; adhering stubbornly to erroneous political views
neutralOften used in political contexts, such as 顽固分子 or 反动顽固派.
We must be vigilant against those who are ideologically reactionary.
The reactionary factions in history were ultimately abandoned by the times.
adjective
stubborn; hard to subdue or change
neutralCan describe stubborn habits, illnesses, or problems that are difficult to resolve.
His bad habit is very stubborn; he tried to break it many times but couldn't.
This skin disease is very stubborn and not easy to cure completely.
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This is a stubborn problem that will take a long time to solve.