Wilfulness (Noun)
Meaning
The trait of being prone to disobedience and lack of discipline.
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- The teenager's wilfulness led to her being constantly at odds with her parents and teachers over minor issues.
- Her wilfulness was a trait that often hindered her ability to work collaboratively with her colleagues.
- His wilfulness often resulted in him ignoring safety protocols, putting himself and others at risk.
- The child's wilfulness made it difficult for her parents to establish a regular bedtime routine.
- The students' collective wilfulness made the substitute teacher's job nearly impossible as they refused to follow even the simplest instructions.