V2 Vocabulary Building Dictionary
froward
adjective
Definition: stubbornly and habitually contrary and disobedient
Synonyms: stubborn, antagonistic, disobedient, obstinate, pigheaded, balky, clashing, discordant
Antonyms: accommodating, complaisant, concordant
Tips: Froward is derived from the Middle English froward, "turned away." It is similar to fractious, but more antagonistic. Fractious is the more common word.
Usage Examples:
Having been spoiled by his wealthy parents his entire life, he was the most froward child imaginable. (disobedient, obstinate)
The prisoner's appeals were denied due to his froward attitude. (antagonistic, pigheaded)
We need people who are more forward thinking, not froward people who try to make progress difficult. (stubborn, antagonistic, clashing)
His froward behavior certainly didn't make me more sympathetic to his complaints. (obstinate, pigheaded)
Discover How You Can Improve Your
Vocabulary 10 to 100 Times Faster with
the Power Vocabulary Builder
Dear Friend,
The definition and lessons for the word froward were made available by the Power Vocabulary Builder.
The Power Vocabulary Builder will help you develop a fuller, richer vocabulary 10 to 100 times faster than any other program available.
Visit the the Power Vocabulary Builder site right now to discover how you can get full access to this breakthrough program today!
castigate - Definition of castigate
lustrous - Definition of lustrous
incursion - Definition of incursion
compromise - Definition of compromise
coagulate - Definition of coagulate
