What does adamance mean?
Adamance means The quality of being adamant.
Adamance
Pronunciation varies by accent · noun
Meaning
The quality of being adamant.
Example Sentences
I think it is a mistake for our intentions to be determined by the adamance with which the Protestants in Northern Ireland now express their opposition to such a course.
[…] his witty eyes and unsmiling mouth, some adamance in his unspoken demand on her, and his quiet speech that day—it all seemed to be solemnly taking charge of her body.
The ANC government came under fire on Tuesday as opposition parties voiced their adamance that the President Jacob Zuma-led government was responsible for ongoing corruption in the country.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for adamance?
Common synonyms include stubbornness, obduracy, unyieldingness.
What is the opposite of adamance?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use adamance in a sentence?
I think it is a mistake for our intentions to be determined by the adamance with which the Protestants in Northern Ireland now express their opposition to such a course.
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