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MAV-uh-rik/ˈmævərɪk/

A maverick is an independent person who does not follow the group: a maverick chair, maverick methods (also an adjective). Independent (already in the dictionary) is everyday; a mood is not a resolution.

Meaning

An independent person who does not follow the group (also adjective; from independent, already in the dictionary).

Examples

• “A maverick chair still needs a named vote; a mood is not a resolution.”
• “Independent is already in this course. Nonconformist is the close twin. A mood is talk. A named vote on paper is a file. Write the result; then brief the lobby if the minute still stands.”

Good to know

An independent nonconformist. Everyday: independent (already in the dictionary). A mood ≠ a minute.

Near in meaning

nonconformist, individualist, dissenter

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