wayward
Meaning
- Given to wilful, perverse deviation from the expected norm; tending to stray.
- Obstinate, contrary and unpredictable.
- Not on target.
Synonyms
self-opinionated
trouble-making
illtempered
splenish
captious
recalicitrant
Frequency
Pronounced as (IPA)
/ˈweɪwə(ɹ)d/
Etymology
Shortening of away + -ward.
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