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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The Olivia that we met in that book was a very strong minded, independent woman ahead of her time.
From Salon • Jul. 31, 2022
Another user called Minaj a "strong minded black woman" and told Minaj to stay focused.
From Fox News • Sep. 16, 2021
“Well, let’s be strong minded and not have any of it. I’ve got four days more straight from the blue and not a blade of grass must grow under our feet.”
From Slate • Mar. 7, 2020
"She is strong minded and strong willed, but with men that is often seen as a virtue," the person said.
From Reuters • Aug. 4, 2016
Many will think that she was wrong to do so, and I fear it must be acknowledged that she was not strong minded.
From Orley Farm by Trollope, Anthony
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