wilful

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wilful

(adjective)

Meaning

deliberately determined to behave

Example

"Her wilful refusal to listen caused frustration among her teachers."

Synonyms

stubbornheadstrong

Antonyms

compliantsubmissive

More about this word

Word origin
From Old English 'willful', meaning full of will.
Related word forms
  • noun: wilfulness

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