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strong-minded

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strong-mind·ed (strôngmndd)
adj.
1. Having a determined will.
2. Having a vigorous, independent mind.
strong-minded·ly adv.
strong-minded·ness n.
strong-minded
Adjective
not easily persuaded to change beliefs or opinions
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Adj.1.strong-minded - having a determined will
strong-willed
obstinate, stubborn, unregenerate - tenaciously unwilling or marked by tenacious unwillingness to yield
2.strong-minded - marked by vigorous independence of thought and judgment
independent - free from external control and constraint; "an independent mind"; "a series of independent judgments"; "fiercely independent individualism"
strong-minded
adjective determined, resolute, strong-willed, firm, independent, uncompromising, iron-willed, unbending


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What can the exhortations of the strong-minded sister, who has never had these experiences, do for such a woman?
Elizabeth and her German Garden by Von Arnim, Elizabeth View in context
Anyway, I am not strong-minded enough for that, and I don't see why I should be.
Notes from the Underground by Dostoyevsky, Fyodor View in context
As Oliver accompanied his master in most of his adult expeditions too, in order that he might acquire that equanimity of demeanour and full command of nerve which was essential to a finished undertaker, he had many opportunities of observing the beautiful resignation and fortitude with which some strong-minded people bear their trials and losses.
Oliver Twist Or The Parish Boy's Progress by Dickens, Charles View in context
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