stubborn
stubborn is a polysyllabic word with 2 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, stubborn is hyphenated as:
Definitions ofstubborn
- Stubbornness.
- A disease of citrus trees characterized by stunted growth and misshapen fruit, caused by Spiroplasma citri.
- Refusing to move or to change one's opinion; obstinate; firmly resisting; persistent in doing something.
Example: "Blood can make a very stubborn stain on fabrics if not washed properly."
- Of materials: physically stiff and inflexible; not easily melted or worked.
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