Search Dictionary
Definition of willing

willing

/ˈwɪl.ɪŋ/
wil · ling
Adverb:willingly
JUMP TO:

willing Lexical Profile

willing Game Scores & Validity

• adjective

1

Ready, eager, or prepared to do something without reluctance or persuasion.

Example

"Several volunteers were willing to stay late and help organize the community library."

2

Given, performed, or acting cheerfully and voluntarily, without being forced.

Example

"The project succeeded largely because of the team's willing cooperation and dedication."

Synonyms
View all synonyms for willing
Antonyms
View all antonyms for willing

• Rhymes for willing

• Nearby Words

williamstown
willies
willimantic
willing
willingboro
willingly
willingness

Word Origin & Etymology

Developed in Middle English as the present participle of the verb 'will', from Old English 'willan' (to wish, desire, or be disposed to do something), ultimately from a Proto-Germanic root meaning 'to wish or choose'.

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Willing. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/willing
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.