willful

Meanings

• adjective

  Acting in a way that shows deliberate intention and determination.

  - "His willful behavior led to his downfall."
  - "She was a willful child, always insisting on having her way."

• adjective

  Having the power to make decisions and act upon them.

  - "The monarch ruled with a willful hand."
  - "He was a willful leader, respected by his followers."

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Synonyms

headstrong , obstinate , self-willed , spiteful , volitional , voluntary

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with willful
fillful , skillful , pillful , thrifty

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Variants

List of all variants of willful that leads to same result
wilful , willful , willfully , willfulness , willfulnesses

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Etymology

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Old English wilfull, from wil 'will' + full 'fulfilled'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'willful' is often used to describe individuals who are stubborn and unwilling to change their ways.

2. In some legal contexts, 'willful' is used to describe an intentional disregard for the law or regulations.

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Related Concepts

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1. determination: The quality of being resolved or unfaltering in a purpose, especially in spite of opposition or difficulty.

2. autonomy: Freedom of the individual to govern his or her own actions, and make decisions that do not require outside intervention.

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Culture

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The term 'willful' has been used in literature to describe characters who are determined and strong-willed, such as Jane Eyre from Charlotte Bronte's novel. In art, the concept of 'willful' can be seen in works that depict individuals asserting their independence and autonomy.

How to Memorize "willful"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person standing tall and determined, with a strong will and a clear vision of their goals.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'willful' with the image of a person who is in control of their own destiny and actions.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the phrase 'Willing and Determined' to help remember the meaning of 'willful'.

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