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headstrong commitment

[ˈhɛdstrɔŋ kəˈmɪtmənt]
noun phrasepl: headstrong commitments
compromisso teimoso
1. A firm, determined dedication to a cause or goal that is pursued with stubborn resolve, often without regard for others' opinions or practical obstacles
His headstrong commitment to the project meant he refused to listen to any criticism.
Seu compromisso teimoso com o projeto significava que ele recusava ouvir qualquer crítica.
2. An unwavering pledge or devotion characterized by inflexibility and single-minded determination
Her headstrong commitment to social justice inspired many, though some found her approach rigid.
Seu compromisso teimoso com a justiça social inspirou muitos, embora alguns achassem sua abordagem rígida.
NYC Slang
hardheaded commitment; my way or the highway attitude
Synonyms
stubborn dedicationobstinate resolvewillful determinationunyielding commitmentinflexible dedication
Antonyms
flexibilityopen-mindednessadaptabilitywavering commitmenthesitant dedication

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
compromisso teimoso
Most common usage in Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
compromisso teimosia
Colloquial variant used in informal speech
Portugal
compromisso obstinado
Preferred in European Portuguese, more formal tone

Related Idioms & Phrases

set in one's ways
stubborn as a mule
come hell or high water
no turning back
ride or die commitment
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