Vocabulary
Adamant
English and Urdu gloss, synonyms and antonyms, and example usage from our editorial sentence cache where available.
English meaning
refusing to be persuaded or to change one’s mind
Urdu meaning
ارادے پر سختی سے قائم، قائم
Example sentences (from Dawn)
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- Yet, even though it seems that his party is on crutches, he is adamant about having his way.
- First, if we are adamant that the learning window remain English, we have to demand that it be lowered for greater access it is only fair that everyone should have the opportunity of equal proficiency.
- So Israel that started this insane war can drag Americans into a wider regional conflict with the potential for nuclear war?` McGregor was adamant.
- And although Mr Trump is adamant that it was his efforts that pulled both sides back from the brink, Indian officials have denied or downplayed America`s role in the ceasefire.
- And if India is adamant that only terrorism be discussed, then it should be prepared to hear about the role malign actors connected to New Delhi have played in destabilising Pakistan, including through acts of terrorism.
Synonyms
unshakeable, immovable, inflexible, unwavering, uncompromising, resolute
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