pigheaded

[pig-hed-id] /ˈpɪgˌhɛd ɪd/
adjective
1.
stupidly obstinate; stubborn:
pigheaded resistance.
Origin
1610-20; pig1 + -headed
Related forms
pigheadedly, adverb
pigheadedness, noun
Synonyms
bullheaded, mulish.
Examples from the web for pigheaded
  • It's amazing how pigheaded doctors were regarding cleanliness.
Word Origin and History for pigheaded
adj.

also pig-headed, see pig (n.) + headed. Usually, but not always, figurative.

Slang definitions & phrases for pigheaded

pigheaded

adjective

Stubborn; stupidly obstinate (1620+)