How to Pronounce "willful ignorance"
expression
ˈwɪɫfəɫ/ /ˈɪɡnɝəns
WIL-fuhl IG-ner-uhns
wˈɪlfəl/ /ˈɪɡnəɹəns
WIL-fuhl IG-nuh-ruhns
Definition
Willful ignorance means intentionally choosing not to know or learn about something, usually to avoid dealing with difficult truths or responsibilities.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈwɪɫfəɫ/ /ˈɪɡnɝəns
British English
wˈɪlfəl/ /ˈɪɡnəɹəns
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WIL-fuhl IG-ner-uhns
UK
WIL-fuhl IG-nuh-ruhns
Listen in Context
He showed willful ignorance about the problem.
Some people practice willful ignorance to avoid difficult decisions.
Willful ignorance can stop progress in society.
She turned a blind eye to the facts out of willful ignorance.