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willful

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Adj — Deliberate and intentional, especially when doing something wrong or harmful.

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willful blindness willful misconduct willful child

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What does “willful” mean?

The word “willful” means deliberate and intentional, especially when doing something wrong or harmful. In plain terms, on purpose and stubborn — either 'done deliberately' (willful damage) or 'headstrong' (a willful child).

How do you use “willful” in a sentence?

Here is “willful” used in a sentence: “The judge called it willful destruction of property.”

What part of speech is “willful”?

“Willful” is an adjective.

How many meanings does “willful” have?

“Willful” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: deliberate and intentional, especially when doing something wrong or harmful.

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