willful effect
[WIL-ful ih-FEKT]
noun phrasepl: willful effects
efeito deliberado
1. A result or consequence that is intentionally produced or brought about through deliberate action or choice
The artist created a willful effect of distortion in the painting to convey emotional turmoil.
O artista criou um efeito deliberado de distorção na pintura para transmitir turbulência emocional.
2. In law and ethics, an outcome that is intentionally caused rather than accidental or negligent
The court determined that the damage was a willful effect of the defendant's actions, not an accident.
O tribunal determinou que o dano era um efeito deliberado das ações do réu, não um acidente.
3. A deliberate impression, appearance, or influence created on purpose
She crafted a willful effect of elegance through her careful attention to detail.
Ela criou um efeito deliberado de elegância através de sua atenção cuidadosa aos detalhes.
This term is primarily used in formal, legal, and artistic contexts. In Brazilian Portuguese-speaking regions, it carries significant weight in legal proceedings where intentionality determines culpability. In English-speaking contexts, particularly in the USA, 'willful' has strong legal connotations related to criminal intent and civil liability.
Related Idioms & Phrases
to have a willful effect on something
to create a willful effect
the willful effect of one's actions
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