headstrong
word
Definition
Someone who is headstrong is very determined to do what they want, even if others advise against it; they refuse to be guided or influenced by others.
Usage & Nuances
'Headstrong' is slightly negative and often describes young people or anyone seen as stubborn and refusing advice. Commonly used in informal or neutral situations. Do not confuse with 'strong-headed', which is not correct.
Spanish: terco - obstinadoPortuguese (BR): teimoso - obstinadoPortuguese (PT): teimoso - obstinadoChinese (Simplified): 倔强 - 固执Chinese (Traditional): 倔強 - 固執Hindi: हठी - ज़िद्दीArabic: عنيد - متمردBengali: জেদি - একগুঁয়েRussian: упрямый - своенравныйJapanese: 頑固な - 強情なVietnamese: bướng bỉnh - cứng đầuKorean: 고집 센 - 완고한Turkish: inatçı - dik kafalıUrdu: زدّی - ضدی مزاجIndonesian: keras kepala - kepala batu
Example Sentences
My little sister is very headstrong.
basic
Tom is headstrong and never listens to advice.
basic
She's always been headstrong, even as a child.
natural
Being headstrong can make teamwork difficult.
basic
Don't be so headstrong—just try it my way once.
natural
His headstrong attitude got him into trouble at work.
natural