trotzig

Trotzig is a Swedish-language adjective meaning stubborn, headstrong, or defiant. It is used to describe people, animals, or behaviors marked by persistent obstinacy or resistance to authority. In everyday speech, it can carry a lightly affectionate tone when referring to determination in a child, or a critical one when describing unwelcome obstinacy. In literature and journalism, trotzig often conveys a sense of refusing to yield, sometimes implying courage or resilience as well as stubbornness.

Etymology and status: The precise origin of trotzig is uncertain. The term is attested in Swedish usage from the early modern period and is part of a broader family of adjectives describing attitude and temperament. As with many such terms, its connotations depend on context and tone, ranging from endearing to critical.

Surname usage: Trotzig also exists as a Swedish surname. It is relatively uncommon but established within Swedish onomastics, with records dating back several centuries. People bearing the name have appeared in historical and cultural records, particularly in Sweden and among Swedish-speaking communities in neighboring regions.

See also: Stubbornness; Obstinacy.