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wayward

UK
/ˈweɪwəd/
US
/ˈweɪwɚd/

Translations

waywardadjective
more wayward
Comp.
most wayward
Super.
UK
/ˈweɪwəd/
US
/ˈweɪwɚd/
The wayward child refused to follow the rules.
Своенравный ребенок отказался следовать правилам.
His wayward behavior often got him into trouble.
Его непокорное поведение часто приводило к неприятностям.
The wayward winds made sailing difficult.
Капризные ветры затрудняли плавание.
Additional translations
непослушный
блуждающий
заблудший
Synonyms
disobedient
unruly
willful
headstrong
fickle
capricious
errant
Antonyms
obedient
compliant
submissive

Definitions

waywardadjective
Difficult to control or predict because of unusual or perverse behavior.
The wayward child refused to follow the rules set by his parents.
Turning away from what is right or proper; disobedient or willful.
Her wayward tendencies often led her into trouble at school.
Moving or progressing in an erratic, unpredictable, or irregular manner.
A wayward breeze pushed the boat off course.
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