Definition of self–willed
: governed by one's own will : not yielding to the wishes of others : obstinate
From the M-W Editors
14th Century
First Known Use of self–willed
14th century
SELF–WILLED Defined for English Language Learners
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Definition of self–willed for English Language Learners
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: determined to do what you want even though other people may not want you to do it
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