stubbornness
n.the quality of being very determined to do something or to keep doing something, even when people tell you to stop. It can be a good trait if you are fighting for what is right, but it can also be a bad trait if you refuse to listen to others.
n.the quality of being determined to maintain a position or course of action despite opposition or evidence to the contrary. Often carries a negative connotation when describing a refusal to compromise, though it can be viewed as a virtue in the context of persistence.
“His stubbornness made it difficult for the team to reach a decision.”
“The negotiator's stubbornness eventually led to a breakdown in talks, as neither side was willing to make a concession.”
“While her stubbornness was often seen as a liability in corporate settings, it proved to be a significant asset when she refused to abandon the project despite the initial technical failures.”
From stubborn + -ness.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.