Especially
Especially adverb - In the specific case of one person or thing as distinguished from others.
Willfully and especially are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Willfully" instead an adverb "Especially".
Nearby Word: especial
Willfully
Willfully adverb - With full awareness of what one is doing.
Especially and willfully are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Especially" instead an adverb "Willfully".
Mutual synonyms
Both words in one sentence
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Almost willfully, he won't allow her to explain, saying he doesn't mind about no kids, instead effusing over her body, especially her breasts — even saying "these are my babies" — and being horrified at finding the tiny incision where they took the cyst out.
Source: Literature / Valley of the Dolls
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