adverb
unwillingly
Unwillingly (adverb) means In a reluctant manner; against one's wishes. Example: “He unwillingly agreed to help move the furniture.”
adverb
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In a reluctant manner; against one's wishes.
"He unwillingly agreed to help move the furniture."
How to use unwillingly
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDoing something without really wanting to.
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more unwillingly
- Superlative
- most unwillingly
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He _____ agreed to help move the furniture.
Etymology
From unwilling plus -ly.
Antonyms
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Rhymes for unwillingly
kingly
tingly
lovingly
amazingly
willingly
seemingly
mockingly
knowingly
alarmingly
annoyingly
strikingly
shockingly
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Frequently asked questions
What does “unwillingly” mean?
The word “unwillingly” means in a reluctant manner; against one's wishes. In plain terms, doing something without really wanting to.
How do you use “unwillingly” in a sentence?
Here is “unwillingly” used in a sentence: “He unwillingly agreed to help move the furniture.”
What is the opposite of “unwillingly”?
The opposite of “unwillingly” — its antonyms — is willingly.
What part of speech is “unwillingly”?
“Unwillingly” is an adverb.
