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pertinacious

adjective

/ˌpɜːrtɪˈneɪʃəs/

Meaning

holding firmly to an opinion, purpose, or course of action; stubbornly persistent

The pertinacious lawyer refused to give up the case.

stubborn, tenacious, determined, persistent, resolute

yielding, flexible, submissive

pertinacious effort, pertinacious belief, pertinacious lawyer

relating to Africa or its people

Disorderly, disruptive, or difficult to control.

Causing hurt, anger, or annoyance; also relating to attacking in sports or war.

Treating serious issues with deliberately inappropriate humor

Able to be understood; reasonable or justifiable.

relating to the North or South Pole; opposite in nature or character