hard-headed

/ˌhɑːd ˈhedɪd/ (bre, ipa) · /ˌhɑːrd ˈhedɪd/ (ame, ipa)

hard-headed — adjective

1. making decisions based on facts and logic rather than on feelings or personal wi

1.形容詞B2
釋義

making decisions based on facts and logic rather than on feelings or personal wishes; able to think in a clear, practical way even when a situation is emotional.

例句

As a hard-headed businesswoman, Mei based her factory-closing decision on the financial reports alone.

collocation: hard-headed businesswoman

Diego is a hard-headed investor who studies market data instead of following trends.

同義詞
  • pragmatic

    focuses on choosing the most practical course of action, often setting aside ideals

  • level-headed

    emphasises calmness and composure under pressure

  • businesslike

    describes an efficient, no-nonsense style, especially in professional settings

  • rational

    the broadest term; means based on reason rather than emotion in any context

反義詞
  • emotional

    guided by feelings rather than by rational thought

  • sentimental

    influenced by tender feelings rather than by logic or facts

文法句型

hard-headed + noun

be + hard-headed

用法筆記

Often carries a positive or neutral connotation, suggesting good judgment and clear thinking. This is different from 'hard-hearted' (cruel or unkind) and from 'stubborn' (unreasonably unwilling to change), both of which are negative.

常見錯誤

❌My boss is hard-headed because he refused to listen to any new ideas.
✅My boss is stubborn because he refused to listen to any new ideas.
💡'Hard-headed' means making rational decisions, not being unreasonably obstinate.
❌She is a hard-hearted negotiator who never shows sympathy.
✅She is a hard-headed negotiator who makes decisions based on facts.
💡'Hard-hearted' means lacking compassion; 'hard-headed' means thinking logically.