Synonyms for

Willingly

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

Definition

To do something with a cheerful and eager attitude; to do something without being forced

Synonyms & similar words

volitionally unwillingly eagerly enthusiastically readily voluntarily happily cheerfully freely ungrudgingly openly unhesitatingly gladly agreeably cordially cooperatively supportively amicably unforced spontaneously uncoerced

Synonyms by register

Formal

voluntarily readily cheerfully gladly

Informal

happily eagerly no problem sure thing

Literary

of one's own accord with good grace

Antonyms

unwillingly reluctantly begrudgingly grudgingly hesitantly under protest

Common collocations

  • willingly accept
  • willingly participate
  • willingly cooperate
  • willingly give
  • willingly help
  • willingly admit
  • willingly pay

Word family

noun willingness
adjective willing
adverb willingly

Usage note

Often used to describe actions done without coercion or hesitation. Can sometimes imply a degree of enthusiasm.

Example sentences

  1. He willingly shared his toys with his younger brother.
  2. She willingly walked the dog even though it was raining outside.
  3. The students willingly stayed after class to help clean up the classroom.
  4. He volunteered willingly to help with the charity event.
  5. She willingly accepted the offer to help with the bake sale.

Quotes

  • 'I am more willing to return good for evil than you are, however,' said the Scarecrow.
  • 'I would rather be a superb meteor, every atom of me in magnificent glow, than a sleepy and permanent planet.' - Jack London
  • 'The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.' - Mahatma Gandhi

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