Meaning & Definition of word "Unwillingly"
Unwillingly
/ʌnˈwɪlɪŋli/
adverb:
- 1. In a manner that is not willing; reluctantly.
- Example: She unwittingly agreed to help with the project, even though she didn't want to.
- 2. Without the desire or intention to do something.
- Example: He unwittingly complied with the demands of his boss.
- 3. Against one's wishes; reluctantly accepting or yielding.
- Example: They unwittingly accepted the new law without much protest.
Etymology
●From the Old English 'unwillan', meaning not to wish or desire.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Against one's will:
To do something that one does not want to do.
Grudgingly accepted:
To accept something with resentment or reluctance.
Related Words
unwilling:
Not inclined to do something.
will:
The faculty by which a person decides on and initiates action.
Slang Meanings of unwillingly
Meaning: Reluctantly doing something one does not enjoy.
● Example Sentence: He was dragged to the party unwil.
Meaning: Going along with something because you have to.
● Example Sentence: She unwil'd her way through the meeting.