wilful
Translation
intentional, deliberate, stubborn
Examples
It was an act of wilful damage.
It was an act of willful damage.
He showed a wilful disregard for safety.
He showed a willful disregard for safety.
Grammar Patterns
a willful ((noun)) a deliberate (noun) It was a willful act of disobedience.
Similar Words
Synonyms: deliberate, intentional, stubborn; Antonyms: accidental, unintentional
Etymology
From 'will' (intention, desire) + '-ful' (full of). Literally 'full of one's own will'.
Memory Tips
Someone who is 'willful' is 'full of' their own 'will' and ignores others. Note the American English spelling 'willful' vs. British English 'wilful'.