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willing

The correct spelling is willing.

How to pronounce willing

/ˈwɪlɪŋ/
verb

IPA: /ˈwɪlɪŋ/

Say it like: Wil-lin-g

The correct spelling is willing. To wish, desire. For example: "All the fans were willing their team to win the game."

Usage Examples

All the fans were willing their team to win the game.

He willed his stamp collection to the local museum.

If my boyfriend isn't willing to change his drinking habits, I will split up with him.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To wish, desire.
  2. 2.To instruct (that something be done) in one's will.
  3. 3.To try to make (something) happen by using one's will (intention).
  4. 4.To bequeath (something) to someone in one's will (legal document).

noun

  1. 1.The execution of a will.

adjective

  1. 1.Ready to do something that is not (can't be expected as) a matter of course.

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