hardheaded

See also: hard-headed

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Etymology

From hard +‎ headed. First appears c. mid-15th century in the writings of Osbern Bokenam.

Adjective

hardheaded (comparative more hardheaded, superlative most hardheaded)

  1. Stubborn; wilful.
    Synonyms: see Thesaurus:obstinate
    Coordinate term: hardhearted
  2. Realistic; pragmatic.
    Coordinate terms: clearheaded, hardhearted

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