strong-minded
Americanadjective
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having a forceful and independent mind.
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determined or obstinate; strong-willed.
adjective
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Etymology
Origin of strong-minded
First recorded in 1785–95
Vocabulary lists containing strong-minded
Example Sentences
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"A huge part of African culture, in my experience, is about being strong, being strong-minded," she says.
From BBC ● Jan. 21, 2025
Sheinbaum Pardo’s mother has little doubt that her daughter’s scientific mindset will help make her a decisive and strong-minded president.
From Science Magazine ● May 2, 2024
“He was strong-minded, open-minded, and did not push his agenda on you.”
From New York Times ● Jun. 15, 2022
And also, she’s a woman, very strong-minded woman.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 31, 2022
“I feel to know the strong-minded lady who goes so bravely under many horse noses, and so fast through much mud. What do you down here, my friend?”
From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott
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