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stiff-necked Definition

stiff·-necked (stif′nekt′)

adjective

stubborn; obstinate

stiff-necked Synonyms

stiff-necked

modif.

stubborn, unyielding, priggish; see obstinate, prudish.

stiff-necked Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

people: And in chapter 48 they don't listen to him, but are obstinate, stiff-necked people who deal treacherously and rebel.

Browse dictionary entries near stiff-necked

  1. ‹ stiff-arm
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  4. ‹ sticky wicket
  5. ‹ sticky fingers
  6. ‹ sticky
  7. ‹ stickwork
  8. ‹ stickweed
  9. ‹ stickup
  10. ‹ stickum
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