"Obstreperousness" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
Obstreperousness refers to a stubborn or argumentative unwillingness to comply with requests or cooperate with others.
Here are 5 usage examples for the word "obstreperousness":
Obstinate refers to a person or thing that is stubbornly resistant to change or persuasion, and continues to hold a particular opinion or point of view, often in a stubborn or irrational way.
Obstinated refers to a person who is stubbornly refusing to change their opinions, views, or behavior, often in a way that is unreasonable or unyielding. Obstinate individuals are unwilling to listen to others or compromise, and may become inflexible or rigid in their attitudes.
Obstinately refers to the quality of being stubbornly persistent in one's opinions, views, or actions, often to the point of being unreasonable or uncooperative.
Obstinateness refers to a stubborn and unyielding determination or persistence in one's views, opinions, or actions, often to the point of being uncooperative or resistant to change or compromise.
Obstipate refers to something that is stubbornly or obstinately resistant to change, progress, or modification. In other words, it means to be inflexible or uncooperative, often in a way that is frustrating or obstructive.
Obstipation refers to a condition in which bowel movements are significantly reduced or absent for a prolonged period, often resulting in hardened and dry feces. It is a type of constipation that can be uncomfortable, embarrassing, and even lead to complications if left untreated.
Obstreperous refers to someone or something that is stubbornly resistant to authority, guidance, or control, often being difficult, uncooperative, and stubbornly refusing to comply with requests or orders.
Obstreperously means in a stubbornly uncooperative or resistant manner; refusing to comply or cooperate; stubbornly opposing or denying.
The verb "obstruct" means to block or hinder the progress or movement of something or someone, often in a deliberate or intentional way. It can also refer to the act of interfering with or preventing something from happening. For example: "The new construction project will obstruct traffic for several months."
Impeded or hindered from moving or functioning freely; blocked or shut off so as to prevent passage or progress.
The word "obstructing" is a present participle form of the verb "obstruct", which means to block or hinder something or someone from moving forward, progressing, or being accomplished. It can also mean to impede or interfere with someone's actions, plans, or activities.
Obstructionism refers to the practice of intentionally hindering or blocking the progress or movement of something, often by unwillingly refusing to cooperate or by creating obstacles. In a political context, obstructionism can occur when a person or group opposes or delays the passage of a bill, policy, or decision, often for the sake of blocking progress or achieving a specific goal.
Meaning: Preventing or hindering the progress or normal functioning of something, especially by interference or hindrance.