Willingly: meaning, definitions and examples

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willingly

 

[ หˆwษชlษชล‹li ]

Adverb / Adjective
Context #1 | Adverb

in a positive manner

In a way that shows you are happy to do something; with a positive attitude and without reluctance.

Synonyms

eagerly, readily, voluntarily.

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Word Description / Examples
willingly

Repeated entry.

voluntarily

Use this word when someone does something out of their own free will, often without any obligation or expectation of reward.

  • He voluntarily cleaned the park
  • She voluntarily stayed late to finish the report
readily

This is suitable when someone does something quickly and without hesitation.

  • She readily agreed to the terms of the contract
  • We readily accepted the invitation
eagerly

This word should be used when someone is very excited or enthusiastic about doing something.

  • The students eagerly awaited the holidays
  • He eagerly started his new job

Examples of usage

  • She willingly agreed to help out with the project.
  • He willingly volunteered to stay late and finish the work.
Context #2 | Adjective

having the desire to do something

Having a desire to do something; inclined or ready to do something without being forced or compelled.

Synonyms

eager, enthusiastic, keen.

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Word Description / Examples
willingly

When someone agrees to do something without hesitation or coercion, generally in a neutral or positive way.

  • She willingly accepted the task assigned to her
  • He willingly donated to the charity
eager

Used when someone is very interested and excited about doing something or looking forward to it.

  • The children were eager to open their presents on Christmas morning
  • She was eager to start her new job
enthusiastic

When someone shows a high level of excitement and positive energy about something.

  • He was enthusiastic about the new project
  • The crowd was enthusiastic during the concert
keen

Indicating a strong desire or intense interest in something, often slightly more formal or serious.

  • She is keen to improve her skills
  • They were keen on learning more about the culture

Examples of usage

  • A willing participant in the study.
  • She was a willing listener to his stories.

Translations

Translations of the word "willingly" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น de boa vontade

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเฅเคตเฅ‡เคšเฅเค›เคพ เคธเฅ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช freiwillig

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ dengan sukarela

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะพั…ะพั‡ะต

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ chฤ™tnie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅ–œใ‚“ใง

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท volontiers

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ de buena gana

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท isteyerek

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ธฐ๊บผ์ด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุฑุบุจุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ochotnฤ›

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ochotne

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฟƒ็”˜ๆƒ…ๆ„ฟๅœฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ z veseljem

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ af fรบsum og frjรกlsum vilja

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะฐะปะฐัƒั‹ะผะตะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฎแƒแƒšแƒ˜แƒกแƒ˜แƒ—

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mษ™mnuniyyษ™tlษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ de buena gana

Etymology

The word 'willingly' originated from the Middle English word 'willingli', which is a combination of 'willing' and the suffix '-li'. The term has been in use since the 14th century to describe actions done with readiness and without reluctance. Over time, the word has retained its meaning of voluntary action and positive attitude.

See also: unwillingness, wilful, will, willful, willing, willow, willpower.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #8,109 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.