As adjectives the difference between willful and persistant
is that willful is done in a manner which was intended while persistant is .
willful
English
Alternative forms
*wilful
Adjective
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en adjective)
Done in a manner which was intended.
Intentional.
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Stubborn.
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Synonyms
* (as intended) volitional, voluntary
* (stubborn) obstinate, self-willed, headstrong, spiteful