Meaning Of The Word Wayward

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wayward
If you describe a person or their behaviour as wayward, you mean that they behave in a selfish, bad, or unpredictable way, and are difficult to control.

wayward in American English
insistent upon having one's own way, contrary to others' advice, wishes, or orders; headstrong, willful, disobedient, delinquent, etc.
adjective: turned or turning away from what is right or proper; willful; disobedient

wayward in British English
adjective: wanting to have one's own way regardless of the wishes or good of others

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