fro·ward \ˈfrō(w)ə(r)d, -ōrd\adjective Etymology: Middle English froward, fraward, from fra, fro from + -ward — more at fro 1.: habitually disposed to disobedience and opposition : perverse < of a vehement and untamable mind, froward beyond control — John Bennett > 2.archaic: adverse, unfavorable Synonyms:see contrary