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willingness

American  
[wil-ing-nis] / ˈwɪl ɪŋ nɪs /

noun

  1. consent or readiness to do something.

    The majority of the neighborhood’s older residents were employed, and younger people showed a willingness to work but often could not find jobs.

  2. an inclination or preference: The country has shown no sign of willingness to make concessions.

    We admire her willingness to stand up for what she believes.

    The country has shown no sign of willingness to make concessions.

Other Word Forms

  • overwillingness noun
  • prewillingness noun

Etymology

Origin of willingness

willing ( def. ) + -ness ( def. )

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