Froward (Adjective)
Meaning
Habitually disposed to disobedience and opposition.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The froward child in the class consistently challenged the teacher's authority and disruptions occurred frequently.
- Her froward behavior led to multiple warnings before the employee was finally terminated.
- He was frustrated by his froward friend who seemed to argue just for argument's sake rather than listen to others.
- The social worker described the teenager's attitude as persistently froward despite several interventions.
- Years of dealing with her froward sister had taught her to remain patient and calm in confrontational situations.