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Willfulness

Definition:

Willfulness refers to the quality of being determined, strong-willed, or resistant to advice or authority.

Part of Speech:

Noun

Senses:

Sense 1: The state or characteristic of being determined and resolute in one's actions or decisions.

Example: Her willfulness helped her overcome many challenges in her career.

Sense 2: The tendency to resist following advice, orders, or authority, often resulting in stubborn behavior.

Example: His willfulness created conflicts with his superiors and made teamwork challenging.

Usages:

Usage 1: Popular

In popular usage, willfulness often refers to someone's strong-headedness or stubbornness.

Example: Jenny's willfulness made it difficult for her to compromise with others at times.

Usage 2: Local

In local contexts, willfulness may have specific connotations influenced by culture or regional traits.

Example: In the local society, willfulness is perceived as a desirable trait that leads to success.

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