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Wayward (Adjective)

Meaning

Resistant to guidance or discipline; "Mary Mary quite contrary"; "an obstinate child with a violent temper"; "a perverse mood"; "wayward behavior".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

  • The wayward child refused to listen to her parents and continued to throw a tantrum in the store.
  • Her wayward nature made it difficult for her to hold down a job, as she would often show up late or not at all.
  • The wayward teenager was constantly getting into trouble at school, pushing the limits and testing the patience of her teachers.
  • The wayward artist's unconventional style and refusal to conform to traditional norms made her a polarizing figure in the art world.
  • The wayward politician's erratic behavior and tendency to speak his mind without thinking had earned him a reputation as a loose cannon.

Synonyms

  • Contrary
  • Obstinate
  • Perverse
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