Meaning of unwilling in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ˌənˈwɪlɪŋ/

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1. Classifying Adjective

   unwilling

   Definitions

   1. in spite of contrary volition

   Synonyms

   • involuntary
   • nonvoluntary
   • unvoluntary

2. Qualitative Adjective

   unwilling

   Etymology

   Old English unwillende(see un-, willing)

   Definitions

   1. not disposed or inclined toward

   Examples

   • « an unwilling assistant »

   Synonyms

   • grudging
   • loath
   • loth
   • reluctant
   • unintentional
   • unwilled

   Antonyms

   • willing

See also

• defiant
• disinclined
• involuntary