maverick — a person who thinks and acts independently, refusing to conform to the group
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a person who thinks and acts independently, refusing to conform to the group
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmævərɪk/
Korean meaning: 독립적으로 생각하고 행동하는 사람, 무소속자
Korean pronunciation: **매**버릭
Example Sentences
- The maverick CEO decided to give all employees a four-day work week.
- She's always been a maverick, choosing to study art instead of medicine like her parents wanted.
- The maverick detective solved crimes by completely ignoring standard procedures.
maverick
NOUN//ˈmævərɪk//
a person who thinks and acts independently, refusing to conform to the group
A maverick executive stands alone against the group's unified decision
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Patrick proves he's a true maverick!
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Origin
From Samuel A. Maverick, a 19th-century Texas rancher who refused to brand his cattle, allowing them to roam unmarked. His name became synonymous with an independent, unbranded individual who doesn't follow conventions.
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“The maverick CEO decided to give all employees a four-day work week.”
“She's always been a maverick, choosing to study art instead of medicine like her parents wanted.”
“The maverick detective solved crimes by completely ignoring standard procedures.”
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