willfulness
/ˈwɪlfəlnəs/
noun
- The quality of being determined to do what one wants, even if others disagree or it is not sensible.
- His willfulness in refusing to listen to advice cost him the job.
- The puppy's willfulness meant he would not come when called.
- Her willfulness made it hard for the team to work together on the project.
- The act of doing something deliberately, especially when it is wrong or harmful.
- Willfulness in breaking the contract led to a lawsuit.
- The court noted the willfulness of the defendant's actions in ignoring safety rules.
- The manager's willfulness in hiding the problem made the situation worse.
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