Obstinate; strong-minded; unyielding to the desires, concern or opinions of others. / Possessing self-will; determined to pursue one's own desires or adhere to one's own opinion..

Showing ill will.

(idiomatic, law) A decision in bad faith to avoid becoming informed about something so as to avoid having to make undesirable decisions that such information might prompt.

(politics) A group of countries whose leaders have been persuaded by another to take up a specific task, usually in the context of an invasion or war.

Used to indicate acceptance of God's will when expressing an intention or hope. / Barring unforeseen circumstances.

Used to indicate acceptance of God's will when expressing an intention or hope. / Barring unforeseen circumstances.

To show enthusiasm and energy. / To make a valiant effort. / To indicate one's willingness; to acquiesce, co-operate. / To pretend to be willing; to bluff.

Synonym of willful ignorance

Used to express hope that gods are willing (to grant one's desires).

Wishing well; well-inclined; favourable; friendly; propitious.