willful — done consciously and intentionally; having or showing a stubborn and determined intention to do as one wants, regardless of the consequences or effects
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: done consciously and intentionally; having or showing a stubborn and determined intention to do as one wants, regardless of the consequences or effects
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈwɪlfəl/
Korean meaning: 의도적인, 고의적인; 고집스럽고 완고한
Korean pronunciation: **윌**풀
Example Sentences
- The teenager's willful refusal to do homework resulted in failing grades.
- My cat's willful ignorance of the 'no jumping on the counter' rule is both impressive and infuriating.
- The company was fined for willful violation of environmental regulations.
willful
ADJECTIVE//ˈwɪlfəl//
done consciously and intentionally; having or showing a stubborn and determined intention to do as one wants, regardless of the consequences or effects
A willful student refuses to leave despite teacher's instructions
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She stays willful despite his guidance so skillful!
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Origin
From Middle English 'wilful', combining 'will' (desire, intention) with the suffix '-ful' (full of). The word literally means 'full of one's own will' - someone so filled with their own desires that they stubbornly refuse to listen to others.
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“The teenager's willful refusal to do homework resulted in failing grades.”
“My cat's willful ignorance of the 'no jumping on the counter' rule is both impressive and infuriating.”
“The company was fined for willful violation of environmental regulations.”
“His willful determination to wear shorts in winter earned him strange looks from everyone.”
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