Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

self-willed

Adjective
/ˌsɛlfˈwɪl(d)/
Definition
Determined to do what one wants, often disregarding the desires or opinions of others.
Examples
  • Her self-willed nature made it hard for her to follow instructions.
  • Despite the objections from her friends, she remained self-willed about her career choices.
Meaning
A self-willed person acts according to their own desires, often impatiently.”
Synonyms
  • Stubborn
  • Willful
  • Headstrong