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unwillingness

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Unwillingness (noun) means the state of not wanting to do something.

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The state of not wanting to do something.

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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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Synonyms

involuntariness

Antonyms

willingness

Related words

willingness readiness reluctance

Rhymes for unwillingness

willingness nothingness

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What is the meaning of unwillingness?

"unwillingness" (noun) means the state of not wanting to do something.

What is another word for unwillingness?

Other words for "unwillingness" include involuntariness.

What is the opposite of unwillingness?

The opposite of "unwillingness" is willingness.

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