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willenlos — meaning in English

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English meaning

spineless adjective Lacking courage or willpower; unable to stand up for oneself.

Senses

willenlos is used for these senses in English:

spineless Cowardly, uncourageous; lacking character.
will-less Of a person, lacking volition, not exercising one's will.

spineless — full definition

adjective Lacking courage or willpower; unable to stand up for oneself.
adjective Having no spinal column, as in many invertebrate animals.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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