unwilling — Not ready, eager, or prepared to do something; reluctant or resistant to taking action.
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: Not ready, eager, or prepared to do something; reluctant or resistant to taking action.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ʌnˈwɪlɪŋ/
Example Sentences
- My cat is unwilling to take a bath, even though he smells like a fish market.
- The students were unwilling to admit they hadn't studied for the exam.
- He's unwilling to eat vegetables, claiming they're 'too green' for his taste.
unwilling
ADJECTIVE[/ʌnˈwɪlɪŋ/]
Not ready, eager, or prepared to do something; reluctant or resistant to taking action.
Not ready, eager, or prepared to do something; reluctant or resistant to taking action.
Unwilling to pay the chilling billing!
Got the picture? Now let's practice.
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Formed in Middle English (14th century) by combining the negative prefix 'un-' with 'willing'. The root 'will' comes from Old English 'willan' meaning 'to wish' or 'to desire'.
Breakdown
un- (not) + will (to wish/desire) + -ing (adjective suffix indicating state or quality)
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“My cat is unwilling to take a bath, even though he smells like a fish market.”
“The students were unwilling to admit they hadn't studied for the exam.”
“He's unwilling to eat vegetables, claiming they're 'too green' for his taste.”
“The company was unwilling to negotiate the contract terms.”
📚Related Words
Synonyms
Antonyms
Want to master 19,000+ words?
Sign up free for flashcards & quizzes.