Wilfulest
/ˈwɪlfʊlɪst/
Definitions
- (adj.) Most willful; characterized by the strongest intentional or deliberate conduct, often in the context of legal fault or culpability.
The wilfulest breach of contract can lead to punitive damages.
Forms
- wilful
- wilfuler
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Commentary
This superlative form is rarely used in formal legal drafting; 'most willful' is preferred for clarity.
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