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Wayward

Definition:

(adjective) difficult to control, unpredictable, or contrary to the expected course

(adverb) in a way that is difficult to control, unpredictably, or against expectations

Senses:

Sense 1:

behaving or acting in a self-willed or unpredictable manner

Example sentence: She had a wayward nature that made it challenging to predict her next move.

Sense 2:

deviating from the expected or conventional course

Example sentence: The wayward path led them through unexplored territories.

Sense 3:

straying or wandering from the correct or intended route

Example sentence: The hiker found himself wayward in the dense forest, lost and disoriented.

Usages:

Popular Usage:

Wayward is a term commonly used to describe someone or something that behaves or acts unpredictably, making it difficult to control.

Example sentence: The wayward toddler sprinted in every direction, keeping the parents on their toes.

Local Usage:

In the local community, wayward often refers to individuals who break local norms or traditions.

Example sentence: The wayward teenager's rebellious behavior shocked the small town.

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