Will

/wɪl/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The faculty by which a person decides on and determines upon a course of action.

It was his will to change his life for the better.

A document in which a person specifies what is to be done with their property after death.

She left a detailed will to ensure her assets were distributed according to her wishes.

verb

Used to express future tense, indicating what is going to happen.

I will go to the store tomorrow.

Used to make a promise or decision.

She said she will help us with the project.

Used to express certainty or a strong intention.

They will win the match if they keep playing like this.

Old English 'willan', meaning to desire, wish.

I will

Expressing a commitment to a future action.

what will be, will be

Things will happen as they are meant to.

willpower

The ability to control oneself and determine one's actions.

willing

Ready, eager, or prepared to do something.

willfull

Intentional or deliberate.

willful

Contrary, obstinate, and headstrong.

Willy-nilly

He'll do it willy-nilly.

Will do

If you need help, just say 'will do!'