strong-minded

[ strawng-mahyn-did, strong- ]

adjective

1. having a forceful and independent mind.
2. determined or obstinate; strong-willed.

strong-minded

adjective

1. having strength of mind; firm, resolute, and determined

Derived Forms

• ˌstrong-ˈmindedness, noun
• ˌstrong-ˈmindedly, adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of strong-minded¹

First recorded in 1785–95

Related Words

• conclusive
• critical
• crucial
• definitive
• determined
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