Pliability and Stubbornness

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Pliability noun - Adaptability of mind or character.

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Stubbornness is an antonym for pliability.

Stubbornness noun - A steadfast adherence to an opinion, purpose, or course of action in spite of reason, arguments, or persuasion.

Usage example: between my brother's stubbornness and my own, it's amazing when we come to an agreement about anything

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Pliability is an antonym for stubbornness.

Nearby Words: stubborn, stubbornly

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