What is "wayward" in English? Definition and Explanations

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What does wayward mean in English? Meaning of wayward definition and abbreviation with examples.

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What is "wayward" in English? Definition and Explanations

Meaning of "wayward": resistant to guidance or discipline

Adjective

  • Meaning: resistant to guidance or discipline
  • Example: Mary Mary quite contrary an obstinate child with a violent temper a perverse mood wayward behavior
  • Synonyms: contrary obstinate perverse wayward
  • Similar: disobedient
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    wayward in English: wayward
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