knowinglythinning
adjectiveUK /ˈnəʊɪŋliˌθɪnɪŋ/
US /ˈnoʊɪŋliˌθɪnɪŋ/
Doing something on purpose even though you know it is wrong.
The boy was knowinglythinning the truth when he said he did not eat the cookies.
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2. Acting with full awareness of the results of what you do.
She was knowinglythinning the rules by sneaking out after bedtime.
3. Making something thinner on purpose, knowing the effect it will have.
The artist was knowinglythinning the paint to make it last longer.
4. Choosing to do something even after being told it is not allowed.
He was knowinglythinning the safety rules at the pool.