GRE Word List

HEADSTRONG

not easily restrained : impatient of control, advice, or suggestions

The meaning of the word headstrong is not easily restrained : impatient of control, advice, or suggestions.

Random words

WordMeaning
pretexta purpose or motive alleged or an appearance assumed in order to cloak the real intention or state of affairs
manaclea shackle for the hand or wrist : handcuff
definitiveserving to provide a final solution or to end a situation
motilitythe quality or state of being motile : capability of movement
disaffecteddiscontented and resentful especially against authority : rebellious
fervidvery hot : burning
persistto go on resolutely or stubbornly in spite of opposition, importunity, or warning
inherentinvolved in the constitution or essential character of something : belonging by nature or habit : intrinsic
impeccablefree from fault or blame : flawless
dawdleto spend time idly