strong-minded
Americanadjective
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having a forceful and independent mind.
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determined or obstinate; strong-willed.
adjective
Other Word Forms
- strong-mindedly adverb
- strong-mindedness noun
Etymology
Origin of strong-minded
First recorded in 1785–95
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
He will need to be strong-minded to work within the new set-up, working in tandem with it while marrying his own ideas on to those above him.
From BBC
Morgan was a strong-minded leader with the vision, while Bayliss wouldn't speak to the group unless it was absolutely necessary.
From BBC
“Oh, he’s a very, very strong-minded guy,” Frank said.
From Los Angeles Times
"I like to give my opinion, I'm strong-minded. We have a few players like that who set the standard," said Bronze.
From BBC
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