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maverick

adjective noun

independent in behavior or thought

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Word Facts

Word length
8
Starts with
M
Ends with
K
Contains
AV
Scrabble score
19

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Pronunciation

ˈmævəɹɪk

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Definitions

adjective

  1. independent in behavior or thought

    “she led a somewhat irregular private life”

noun

  1. an unbranded range animal (especially a stray calf); belongs to the first person who puts a brand on it

noun

  1. someone who exhibits great independence in thought and action

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Example Sentences

she led a somewhat irregular private life
maverick politicians

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