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/ˈwɪlfəli/ · wil·ful·ly
adverb
  1. Willingly, of one's own free will. She volunteered to help wilfully, without being asked.
  2. Deliberately, on purpose; maliciously. He drove wilfully into the pedestrian zone, causing a scene.
Did you know? The word 'wilfully' has been used in various literary works, including the novel 'Pride and Prejudice' by Jane Austen, where the character Mr. Darcy is described as acting 'wilfully' in his pursuit of Elizabeth Bennet.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 15, 2026