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contrarian

con·trar·i·an [ kən trérree ən ] (plural con·trar·i·ans)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. somebody disposed to taking opposite position: a habitual opponent of accepted policies, opinions, or practices
a thoroughgoing contrarian, accepting nothing anyone says

2. maverick investor: an investor who goes against current market trends, e.g. by buying stocks that most other investors are selling

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