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Definition of 'wayward'

English

Adjective

(en-adj)
  • given to wilful, perverse deviation from the expected norm; tending to stray
  • obstinate, contrary and unpredictable
  • (sports) not on target
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  • |year=2011 |date=September 2 |author=Phil McNulty |title=Bulgaria 0-3 England |work=BBC citation |page= |passage=Bulgaria's only attacking weapon was the wayward shooting of Martin Petrov, whereas England's attacking options were awash with movement in the shape of Rooney, Young and Walcott.}}