Meaning & use
hardheaded
Practical, shrewd, and not influenced by sentiment or emotion, especially in business or negotiation.
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Her hardheaded approach to budgeting saved the company from bankruptcy.
He remained hardheaded during negotiations, refusing to accept a lower price.
A note on using this word
Hardheaded can carry a slightly negative shade too, suggesting someone stubborn who resists other people's opinions.
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