Contrary and Mulish

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Contrary adjective - Given to resisting authority or another's control.

Usage example: the contrary soldier is facing a court-martial for insubordination

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Mulish and contrary are semantically related. in stubborn topic. In some cases you can use "Mulish" instead an adjective "Contrary".

Mulish adjective - Sticking to an opinion, purpose, or course of action in spite of reason, arguments, or persuasion.

Usage example: a mulish determination to have his own way

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Contrary and mulish are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Contrary" instead an adjective "Mulish".

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