adj
Uncommon
willed
Willed (adj) means having a strong, determined character (usually in combinations like 'strong-willed' or 'weak-willed'). Example: “She's always been strong-willed, even as a child.”
adj
1
Having a strong, determined character (usually in combinations like 'strong-willed' or 'weak-willed').
"She's always been strong-willed, even as a child."
"A weak-willed manager will struggle to make hard decisions."
2
Named in a will as an heir, or left to someone by a will.
"The willed property passed to his niece without dispute."
How to use willed
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDescribes someone's degree of determination, or something handed down through a will.
Common pairings
strong-willed
weak-willed
iron-willed
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more willed
- Superlative
- most willed
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Etymology
From will + the ending -ed, used to form an adjective.
Rhymes for willed
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What does “willed” mean?
The word “willed” means having a strong, determined character (usually in combinations like 'strong-willed' or 'weak-willed'). In plain terms, describes someone's degree of determination, or something handed down through a will.
How do you use “willed” in a sentence?
Here is “willed” used in a sentence: “She's always been strong-willed, even as a child.”
What part of speech is “willed”?
“Willed” is an adjective.
Is “willed” a common word?
“Willed” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “willed” have?
“Willed” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: having a strong, determined character (usually in combinations like 'strong-willed' or 'weak-willed').
