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will

[wil] / wɪl /
NOUN
personal choice
Synonyms
STRONGEST
attitude character decision desire determination discipline feeling inclination intention mind passion power resolution resolve wish
STRONG
aim appetite conviction craving decisiveness decree design discretion disposition fancy hankering liking longing option pining pleasure preference prerogative purpose self-control self-discipline self-restraint temperament urge velleity volition willfulness willpower wishes yearning
WEAK
heart's desire
Antonyms
STRONGEST
dislike hate hatred indecision question wavering weakness
STRONG
distaste indifference thoughtlessness
NOUN
last wishes; command
Synonyms
STRONGEST
insistence
STRONG
bequest bestowal declaration decree device directions dispensation disposition estate heritage inheritance instructions legacy order property testament
Antonyms
STRONG
denial
VERB
cause
Synonyms
STRONG
authorize bid command decree demand determine direct effect enjoin exert insist intend ordain order request resolve
WEAK
bring about decide on
Antonyms
STRONG
disallow forget neglect overlook reply waver
WEAK
keep pass receive
VERB
choose
Synonyms
STRONG
crave desire elect incline like opt please prefer want wish
WEAK
be inclined have a mind to see fit
Antonyms
STRONG
despise dislike hate ignore not want spurn
WEAK
keep neglect pass receive
VERB
give, bequeath to another
Synonyms
STRONG
bequest confer devise disinherit leave legate probate transfer
WEAK
cut off disherit pass on
Antonyms
STRONG
hold keep
WEAK
neglect pass receive

Example Sentences

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Five early-career researchers will take part in the project as part of doctoral and postdoctoral programs.

From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2026

He said Rough & Tumble will end the day he does — or sooner, if artificial intelligence renders Kavanagh and his role as host, news-gatherer and California guide obsolete.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

"We appreciate the concern that Eghosa's death has caused, particularly among the local community who will continue to see an increased police presence around the area."

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

Over time, he said, more U.S.-produced ethane likely will be exported, eroding the advantage now enjoyed by American plastic makers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

I close my mouth, unwilling to admit that what she’s saying might be my real truth, because admitting it will make it harder for me to protect myself with the lies I’m so comfortable with.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.