How Do You Spell WILLFULNESSES?

Pronunciation: [wˈɪlfəlnəsɪz] (IPA)

The correct spelling of the word "willfulnesses" can be confusing due to its multiple double letters. However, the pronunciation of this word, which is /ˈwɪlfəlnəsɪz/, can help to understand its spelling. The first syllable is pronounced as "will", followed by the "-ful" syllable, which is common in English. The next "-ness" syllable is also familiar, while the final "-es" syllable is added to indicate plural form. Thus, "willfulnesses" refers to multiple instances of someone's willful behavior.

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Common Misspellings for WILLFULNESSES

  • willfulneses
  • qillfulnesses
  • aillfulnesses
  • eillfulnesses
  • 3illfulnesses
  • 2illfulnesses
  • wullfulnesses
  • wjllfulnesses
  • wkllfulnesses
  • wollfulnesses
  • w9llfulnesses
  • w8llfulnesses
  • wiklfulnesses
  • wiplfulnesses
  • wiolfulnesses
  • wilkfulnesses
  • wilpfulnesses
  • wilofulnesses
  • willdulnesses
  • willculnesses

Etymology of WILLFULNESSES

The word "willfulnesses" is derived from the noun "willfulness". The etymology of "willfulness" can be traced back to the Middle English word "wilfulnes", which was formed by adding the suffix "-ness" to the term "wilful". "Wilful" itself originated from the Old English word "wilful", meaning "full of desire" or "strong-willed". Over time, "willfulness" has come to represent the quality or state of being stubborn, obstinate, or determined to do as one pleases. Adding the plural suffix "-es" to "willfulness" forms the word "willfulnesses", denoting multiple instances or manifestations of willfulness.