WAEC - English Language (2017 - No. 37)
From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to underlined word as it used in the sentence.
The obstinate boy soon met his waterloo when the war broke out.
proud
stubborn
careless
rude
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In the given sentence, the word "obstinate" is used to describe the boy, indicating that he is difficult to manage or control because of his stubbornness. Someone who is obstinate is resistant to changing their opinions, actions, or behaviour.
The word "stubborn" (option B) is the closest in meaning to "obstinate." It refers to a person who is unyielding, determined to do things their own way, and resistant to persuasion or change.