strong-minded

adjective

strong-mind·​ed ˈstrȯŋ-ˈmīn-dəd How to pronounce strong-minded (audio)
: having a vigorous mind
especially : marked by independence of thought and judgment
strong-mindedly adverb
strong-mindedness noun

Examples of strong-minded in a Sentence

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The best scenes of Bob and Joan involve the conflict between two strong-minded artists in the same field, capturing Bob’s unyielding arrogance and Joan’s rapturous yet covetous appreciation. Richard Brody, The New Yorker, 19 Dec. 2024 That includes strong-minded women, the women men fear will take their jobs, and even women with decision making power. Maya Richard-Craven, Forbes, 16 Sep. 2024 In the sequel, the story again focuses on the strong-willed Ginger, who with rooster Rocky now has an equally strong-minded daughter, Molly. Carolyn Giardina, The Hollywood Reporter, 8 Jan. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1788, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of strong-minded was in 1788

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“Strong-minded.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/strong-minded. Accessed 29 Dec. 2024.

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strong-minded

adjective
strong-mind·​ed
ˈstrȯŋ-ˈmīn-dəd
: very independent in thought and judgment
strong-mindedness noun

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