Definition
Wayward — describes a person or behavior that is difficult to control or predict because it follows only personal desires or impulses, often changing direction unexpectedly.
Detailed Meaning
A wayward individual acts according to their own will rather than rules or expectations. Such behavior may frustrate others since it resists direction or discipline.
Example: “Her wayward son refused to follow any advice.”
Usage
- Often applied to children, youths, or emotions that are unpredictable or disobedient.
- Common in contexts describing independence, unpredictability, or lack of restraint.
Synonyms
- Unruly
- Headstrong
- Capricious
- Rebellious
- Willful
Author’s Summary:
The word “wayward” characterizes unpredictable or self-directed behavior that resists control or external guidance, often linked to independence or rebellion.
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