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WAYWARD

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Dictionary entry overview: What does wayward mean?

• WAYWARD (adjective)
The adjective WAYWARD has 1 sense:

1. resistant to guidance or discipline

Familiarity information: WAYWARD used as an adjective is very rare.

Dictionary entry details

• WAYWARD (adjective)

Sense 1

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Meaning:

Resistant to guidance or discipline

Synonyms:

wayward; perverse; contrary; obstinate

Context examples:

Mary Mary quite contrary / an obstinate child with a violent temper / a perverse mood / wayward behavior

Similar:

disobedient (not obeying or complying with commands of those in authority)

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