Intransigent
(adjective)
- Stubbornly refusing to change one's attitude or position on something.
- Not willing to compromise or to change a position.
Origin:
Early 19th century: from french intransigeant, present participle of intransiger "refuse to compromise", from in- "not" + transiger "to come to terms".
Examples:
- The intransigent attitude of the government on the issue of taxes led to a stalemate.
- Her intransigent stance on the matter of the dress code was frustrating.
- His intransigent behavior in the face of criticism was admirable.
- The intransigent union leader was not appreciated by the members.
- The intransigent management in the negotiation was the main reason for the strike.