Identify the word closest in meaning to the underlined word:-

An obdurate mindset

stubborn

The correct answer is Option (2) → stubborn

• Obdurate means stubbornly refusing to change one's opinion or course of action; obstinate.

• Stubborn means having or showing dogged determination not to change one's attitude or position on something, especially in spite of good reasons to do so.

Both words convey a strong sense of unyielding resistance to persuasion or change.

• Committed implies dedication (positive or neutral).

• Obedient and subservient imply willing submission (the opposite of obdurate).