refusing to change one’s attitude or position despite good reasons to do so; difficult to move or overcome
He is so stubborn that no one can convince him to change his mind.
The stubborn stain on the carpet refused to come out, no matter what cleaner I used.
confrontations or direct competitions, especially in sports or disputes
The two rivals had several intense face-offs during the basketball season.
There were multiple face-offs between protesters and the police.
widespread destruction or chaos
The hurricane wreaked havoc on the coastal towns, leaving many homeless.
The sudden power outage caused havoc in the office as all systems shut down.
too great or difficult to overcome
The mountain seemed insurmountable, but the climbers were determined to reach the summit.
The team faced insurmountable obstacles in their quest to win the championship.
relating to the Earth or land, as opposed to air or water; living on land rather than in the sea or air
Many terrestrial animals, like elephants and lions, thrive in the savannah.
Terrestrial plants have adapted to survive in a variety of land environments.
