Definition of Willful

declining to alter one’s behavior or opinions

Examples of Willful in a sentence

The willful boy refused to take his seat in class.  🔊

Because the defendant has a willful disdain for human life, the judge has sentenced him to twenty years in prison.  🔊

The willful man continued to chase after the happily married woman.  🔊

Since willful neglect produced the environment in which the customer was mugged, the store owner is facing a huge lawsuit.  🔊

Alan’s willful refusal to quit drinking ended his marriage.  🔊

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