Cool MateWilling
UK /["/ˈwɪlɪŋ/"]/US /["/ˈwɪlɪŋ/"]/
Definition
not objecting to doing something; having no reason for not doing something
In simple words: Ready to do something or agree to something.
Examples
- She was willing to help her friend move into a new apartment.
- I am willing to negotiate the terms if you are.
- He is always willing to try new things, especially exotic foods.
- Are you willing to take on this project despite the challenges?
- The teacher was willing to listen to the students' concerns about the new policy.
Usage notes
Use 'willing' when someone is open to an idea or request. It fits in both casual and professional settings, but avoid it in very formal contexts.
Grammar pattern
be + willing + to + verb
Memory hint
Think of 'will' + 'ing' — ready to act now!
Collocations
- appear
- be
- prove
- more than
- only too
- really
- ready and willing
- willing and able
Synonyms
- ready
- prepared
- agreeable
- open
- eager
Antonyms
- unwilling
- reluctant
Common mistakes
- 'willing' confused with 'will'
- 'willing' used without 'to' for the verb
- Incorrectly using 'willing' as a noun