"Willful" means to do something intentionally or deliberately, with a strong determination to do so, often despite knowing it is wrong or against rules. Full definition
Best just to steam roll over them and relegate them to the same category of willful ignorance as the Flat Earthers, and Evolution Denialist Kooks. (realclimate.org)
In recent years the state Legislature has outlawed suspensions for willful defiance of school authorities and disruption for grades K - 3 as data have overwhelmingly showed that these suspensions are disproportionately meted out to students of color and those with disabilities. (edsource.org)