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maverick

UK/'mævәrik/US
TOEFLGREC2

Definitions

n.

A person who acts independently and refuses to follow conventional rules or opinions.

特立独行的人,持异见者

adj.

Independent in thought or action; unconventional.

特立独行的,不随大流的

Root Breakdown

Eponym
maverickother
=maverick

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    Steve Jobs was a maverick who revolutionized the technology industry.

  • 2.

    The maverick politician refused to follow party lines and voted according to conscience.

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