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4 words match “SELF-WILL”

SELF-WILL n.
One's own will, esp. when opposed to that of others; obstinacy.
SELF-WILLED a.
Governed by one's own will; not yielding to the wishes of others; obstinate.
SELF-WILLEDNESS n.
Obstinacy. Sir W. Scott.
SPEAK v.
convey sentiments, ideas, or intelligence as if by utterance; as, features that speak of self-will. Thine eye begins to speak. Shak. To speak of, to take account of, to make mention of. Robynson (More's Utopia). -- To speak out, to speak loudly and distinctly; also, to speak unreservedly. -- To speak well for, to co…