willing

Universal Words adjective 1 [notusuallybeforenoun] ~ (to do sth) not objecting to doing sth; having no reason for not doing sth: They keep a list of people (who are) willing to work nights. * I'm perfectly willing to discuss the problem. * Would you be willing to help me with my essay? * Unemployment can be defined as the number of people who are willing and able to work, but who can not find jobs. 2 [usuallybeforenoun] ready or pleased to help and not needing to be persuaded; done or given in an enthusiastic way: willing helpers / volunteers * willing support / consent * She's very willing. * Willing hands pulled him to safety. OPPUNWILLING willingly adverb: People would willingly pay more for better services. * I would never willingly upset you. * 'Will you help me?' 'Willingly.' willingness noun [U,sing.]: Success in studying depends on a willingness to learn. IDIOMS see GOD, SHOWv., SPIRIT