headstrong

English

adj
Definitions
  • Determined to do as one pleases, and not as others want.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English heedstrong compound from English head (-hood, noun, hood, foremost, or leading part, topmost, suffix indicating a fan enthusiast) + English strong.

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strong

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