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unwilling

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ʌnˈwɪlɪŋ/

unwilling means: Not wanting or agreeing to do something.

adjective

NOT WANTINGB2

Not wanting or agreeing to do something.

  • He was unwilling to help.
  • They remain unwilling to accept the offer.
  • Why are you so unwilling to discuss the problem?

How to use it: unwilling to do something (She was unwilling to share her personal information.)

Similar words: reluctant, disinclined

Opposites: willing, eager

Common phrases: unwilling to help, an unwilling participant, unwilling to change

NOT WANTINGB2

Not wanting to do something, even if you have to.

  • He was unwilling to leave.
  • We found an unwilling volunteer to wash the dishes.
  • Why are you so unwilling to listen?

How to use it: unwilling to do something (She was unwilling to discuss her salary.)

Similar words: reluctant

Opposites: willing

Common phrases: unwilling to help, an unwilling participant

Questions about unwilling

What does unwilling mean?

Not wanting or agreeing to do something.

What is unwilling in other languages?

Türkçe: isteksiz · Español: reacio · Français: réticent · Deutsch: unwillig · Italiano: riluttante · 日本語: 気が進まない

How do you pronounce unwilling?

It is pronounced /ʌnˈwɪlɪŋ/.

How do you use unwilling in a sentence?

He was unwilling to help. They remain unwilling to accept the offer.

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