geflissentlich
deliberately, intentionally
adverb ge-FLIS-ent-likh Rare
Also means
studiously (avoiding)
Usage Note
Geflissentlich describes deliberate and often pointed action — particularly deliberate avoidance or omission. Er hat das geflissentlich übersehen means he overlooked it pointedly, not by accident. It implies purposeful effort and is distinctly formal.
Examples
"Sie hat seine Bitte geflissentlich ignoriert."
Natural Translation
She deliberately ignored his request.
Literal Translation
She studiously ignored his request.
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