willful
Translation
willful, intentional, stubborn, deliberate
Examples
His willful disobedience led to his dismissal.
His willful disobedience led to his dismissal.
The willful child refused to follow the rules.
The willful child refused to follow the rules.
Grammar Patterns
((willful)) + noun describes an action or person as intentional or stubborn. Her willful ignorance of the problem is frustrating.
Similar Words
Synonyms: intentional, deliberate, stubborn, headstrong; Antonyms: accidental, unintentional, compliant
Etymology
From Old English 'willa' (will, desire) + '-ful' (full of). Literally 'full of will'.
Memory Tips
Imagine someone who is so 'full of their own will' that they ignore others, acting stubbornly or intentionally against rules.