stubborn; obstinate; unbending; describes someone with a strong and unyielding character who refuses to give in

colloquial term for a person who is surly, irascible, or stubborn

Describing someone who is blunt in manner, stubborn, and gruff in speech; reckless or lacking in flexibility.

(regional) blunt and stubborn in temperament or speech; gruff and straightforward

a person who is rude, blunt, or outspoken in their speech

To rise abruptly or suddenly appear on the horizon; to emerge quickly as a political or social force.