adj
willed
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
Word Forms
more willed comparative, most willed superlative
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Etymology
From will + the ending -ed, used to form an adjective.