Dogged and Willful

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Dogged adjective - Continuing despite difficulties, opposition, or discouragement.

Usage example: a madman who spent his life in dogged pursuit of power

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Willful is a synonym for dogged in resist topic. In some cases you can use "Willful" instead an adjective "Dogged".

Nearby Words: doggedly, dogging

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

Usage example: a particularly willful horse that took weeks to break to saddle

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Dogged is a synonym for willful in stubborn topic. You can use "Dogged" instead an adjective "Willful", if it concerns topics such as resist.

Nearby Words: willed, willfulness, willfully

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