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Definitions

unwilling

[uhn-wil-ing] / ʌnˈwɪl ɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
not in the mood
Synonyms
STRONGEST
afraid averse compelled evasive forced loath reluctant resistant unenthusiastic
WEAK
against against the grain backward begrudging contrary demurring disinclined disobliging grudging hesitating indisposed indocile involuntary laggard malcontent opposed recalcitrant refractory remiss shrinking shy slack slow unaccommodating uncheerful uncooperative uneager uninclined unobliging unready unwishful wayward
Antonyms
STRONGEST
eager enthusiastic ready willing
WEAK
prepared

Example Sentences

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United are not unwilling to talk but are determined not to deviate from a pre-stated desire to keep their wage bill under control.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

Bynum says there’s a big sacrifice that many teenagers are unwilling to accept.

From Los Angeles Times • May 3, 2026

United Airlines Holdings CEO Scott Kirby isn’t going to let an unwilling partner get in the way of his dream merger.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 27, 2026

"If he were to adopt an unfriendly stance -- demanding concessions from China or attempting to coerce us into doing things we are unwilling to do, we would strike back with force," Wen told AFP.

From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026

When the souls leave the body, they can be angry, confused, or simply unwilling to embark on the Death Journey.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver