Synonyms for

Willing

Verb / ˈwɪlɪŋ / Another word for willing — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

ready, eager, or prepared to do something

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

amenable compliant acquiescent disposed

Informal

game up for it keen ready

Literary

gracious consenting

Antonyms

unwilling reluctant hesitant disinclined averse opposed

Common collocations

  • willing to help
  • willing to learn
  • willing to try
  • willing participant
  • willing partner
  • willing buyer
  • willing to please

Word family

noun willingness
adjective willing
adverb willingly

Usage note

Often followed by 'to' and an infinitive verb. 'Willing' implies a positive inclination, whereas 'reluctant' implies a negative one.

Example sentences

  1. She was willing to try the new food even though she was a picky eater.
  2. He was willing to clean his room so he could play video games.
  3. The teacher was willing to answer any questions the students had.
  4. The volunteers were willing to help with the charity event.
  5. The athlete was willing to train hard to improve his skills.

Quotes

  • Success is simply a matter of luck. Ask any failure. - Earl Wilson
  • I am always doing that which I cannot do, in order that I may learn how to do it. - Pablo Picasso
  • Believe you can and you're halfway there. - Theodore Roosevelt

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