What does headstrong mean?
Headstrong means Determined to do as one pleases, and not as others want..
Headstrong
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
Determined to do as one pleases, and not as others want..
Example Sentences
He was in that headstrong teenage phase when he felt like he knew everything.
O, there's nothing to be hoped for from her! ſhe's as headſtrong as an allegory on the banks of the Nile.
Synonyms for headstrong
Antonyms for headstrong
Related Words
Word Forms
- more headstrong
- most headstrong
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for headstrong?
Common synonyms include wilful, willful, disobedient, self-willed.
What is the opposite of headstrong?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use headstrong in a sentence?
He was in that headstrong teenage phase when he felt like he knew everything.
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