🤠maverick

noun
/ˈmævərɪk/

Meaning

an independent thinker who does not go along with a group or rules
An unorthodox or independent-minded person.

Example Sentences

She was a political maverick who challenged traditional ideas.

The maverick scientist challenged established theories.

Synonyms

individualist, nonconformist, rebel, innovator, radical
Entry 1
individualist, nonconformist, rebel, innovator, radical
Entry 2
nonconformist, rebel, individualist

Antonyms

conformist, follower, traditionalist
Entry 1
conformist, follower, traditionalist
Entry 2
conformist, traditionalist, follower

Collocations

political maverick, corporate maverick, real maverick, maverick thinker

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