obstinate vs relentless

obstinate

adj
  • Not easily subdued or removed. 

  • Stubbornly adhering to an opinion, purpose, or course, usually with implied unreasonableness; persistent. 

  • Typical of an obstinate person; fixed and unmoving. 

relentless

adj
  • Unremitting, steady and persistent. 

  • Unrelenting or unyielding in severity. 

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