Question

Question
In which sentence is the word obstinance used correctly?
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George believes in obstinance when it came to eating candy, so he definitely didn't eat your chocolates.
George believes in obstinance when it came to eating candy, so he definitely didn't eat your chocolates.

If you can carry a suitcase that big, I am impressed by your obstinance.
If you can carry a suitcase that big, I am impressed by your obstinance .

Sheila's obstinance meant she refused to do her chores even after Dad told her she'd be grounded if she didn't.
Sheila's obstinance meant she refused to do her chores even after Dad told her she'd be grounded if she didn't.

The obstinance formed when a volcanic eruption superheated the sand on the beach and turned it to stone.

Answer 1

The word "obstinance" (often spelled "obstinacy") refers to stubbornness or the quality of being unyielding or difficult to manage. The correct usage of "obstinance" is in the sentence:

"Sheila's obstinance meant she refused to do her chores even after Dad told her she'd be grounded if she didn't."

This sentence correctly conveys the meaning of the word in the context of stubbornness.