#22 adamant

- adamant - adjective - unshakable in purpose, determination, or opinion, unyielding

- from Greek - adamas - unconquerable

My father was adamant in his disapproval of my interest in show business. ~ Paul Lynde

Is it wise to be adamant? The word carries a negative connotation for me.

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