adverb
- in a deliberate and intentional manner, especially when doing something wrong or harmful
- in a stubborn or obstinate manner; refusing to change one’s mind or behavior
Usage: British spelling; American spelling is ‘willfully’
Usage: British spelling; American spelling is ‘willfully’
Examples
- He wilfully ignored the safety warnings and entered the restricted area.
- The defendant was charged with wilfully damaging public property.
- She wilfully refused to follow the new company policies.
- The child wilfully disobeyed his parents despite repeated warnings.
- The driver wilfully exceeded the speed limit in the school zone.
- He wilfully misunderstood her instructions to avoid doing the work.