maverick

[US]/'mæv(ə)rɪk/
[UK]/'mævərɪk/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. an unbranded animal; a person who holds different opinions
vt. to obtain by unorthodox means
adj. not branded; behaving in an unconventional manner
vi. to wander; to deviate

Example Sentences

He is known as a maverick in the world of fashion.

The maverick entrepreneur started multiple successful businesses.

Her maverick approach to problem-solving always yields innovative solutions.

The maverick artist's work challenges traditional norms.

Despite his maverick behavior, he is highly respected in his field.

The company hired a maverick consultant to shake things up.

She has a maverick spirit that refuses to conform to societal expectations.

The maverick politician often goes against the mainstream opinions.

His maverick ideas brought a fresh perspective to the project.

The maverick director's films always push boundaries and challenge conventions.

Real-world Examples

Was Maverick pointing or was he petrified?

Source: CNN 10 Student English Compilation October 2022

Katalin Kariko, scientific maverick who paved way for mRNA vaccines.

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Texas shutting down 2.5 miles of border in Maverick County and denying US Border Patrol access.

Source: CNN 10 Student English of the Month

Throughout all of it, Senator McCain defined himself as a maverick.

Source: CNN 10 Student English August 2018 Compilation

Beth, are you a bit of a maverick?

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" Top Gun: Maverick" (six nominations) has the outline and kit of a war film.

Source: The Economist (Summary)

We are going to look at 'maverick' — that's how she is described in the headline.

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The maverick leader is remembered for leading an insurgency against U.S. forces after the 2003 invasion.

Source: VOA Daily Standard October 2021 Collection

We have: 'laid foundation', 'maverick' and 'spurred'.

Source: Learn English by following hot topics.

Now, the wife and son of Yonay are suing Paramount about its new movie, Top Gun: Maverick.

Source: VOA Special June 2022 Collection

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