wayward

UK /ˈweɪwə(ɹ)d/ US /ˈweɪwə(ɹ)d/
adj 3

Definitions

adj

1

Given to a wilful, perverse deviation from the expected norm; tending to stray.

He is a brilliant fellow when he chooses to work—one of the brightest intellects of the University, but he is wayward, dissipated, and unprincipled.

Fancies are like shadows . . . you can’t cage them, they’re such wayward, dancing things.

2

Obstinate, contrary and unpredictable.

3

Not on target.

Bulgaria's only attacking weapon was the wayward shooting of Martin Petrov, whereas England's attacking options were awash with movement in the shape of Rooney, Young and Walcott.

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