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Meaning of unwillingly
The primary meaning of "unwillingly" is doing something with reluctance or disinclination.
Etymology of unwillingly
The word "unwillingly" originates from the Old English words "un" (meaning "not") and "willian" (meaning "to will" or "to desire"), with the suffix "-ly" added to form an adverb
Historically, the word has been used to describe actions or behaviors that are done without desire, enthusiasm, or willingness, often due to external pressures or obligations
Synonyms
reluctantly
hesitantly
grudgingly
involuntarily
forcibly
coercively
compulsively
obligatorily
necessitatedly
inevitably
inescapably
unavoidably
inexorably
irresistibly
helplessly
powerlessly
ineffectively
ineptly
uncooperatively
unenthusiastically
apathetically
indifferently
disinterestedly
unconcernedly
unresponsively
uninspiredly
unmotivatedly
halfheartedly
lukewarmly
uncommittedly
undecidedly
waveringly
irresolutely
tentatively
uncertainly
doubtfully
skeptically
Definitions
- Doing something with reluctance or disinclination, often because one is forced or feels obliged to do it
- * Without willingness or enthusiasm, often due to a lack of interest, motivation, or agreement
Usage Examples
- She participated in the project unwillingly, only because her boss had assigned it to her
- * He agreed to help his friend move unwillingly, as he had other plans for the weekend
- * The company laid off employees unwillingly, due to financial difficulties
Antonyms
willingly
voluntarily
enthusiastically
eagerly
readily
gladly
cheerfully
cooperatively
obligingly
complaisantly
accommodatingly
agreeably
readily
freely
spontaneously
instinctively
intuitively
naturally
effortlessly
smoothly
easily
conveniently