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Synonyms & Similar Words
stubborn
obstinate
willful
defiant
uncooperative
disobedient
refractory
recalcitrant
contrary
unmanageable
unruly
intractable
uncontrollable
impulsive
impetuous
headlong
opinionated
strong-willed
determined
resolute
firm
unyielding
inflexible
rigid
uncompromising
unrelenting
persistent
tenacious
dogged
stubbornly
obstinately
willfully
Meaning of Headstrong
The primary meaning of "headstrong" is having a strong and unyielding will, often to the point of being stubborn or obstinate.
Definitions
- Determined to do as one wants, even if this means being stubborn or obstinate.
- * Having a strong and unyielding will, often to the point of being uncontrollable or unmanageable.
Etymology of Headstrong
The word "headstrong" has its roots in Old English, with "head" referring to the mind or intellect, and "strong" referring to strength or firmness.
Historically, the term was used to describe someone who was deemed to be overly self-willed or stubborn, often to the point of being unmanageable or uncontrollable.
Example Uses
- She was a headstrong child who always insisted on getting her own way.
- * He was a headstrong individual who refused to listen to advice or criticism.
- * The headstrong teenager often clashed with her parents over her choices and decisions.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
compliant
obedient
submissive
yielding
flexible
accommodating
cooperative
docile
tame
meek
mild
gentle
pliable
tractable
manageable
controllable
compromising
relenting
weak-willed
indecisive
hesitant
tentative
uncertain
equivocal
ambivalent