unwilling
Translation
unwilling, reluctant, disinclined
Examples
He was unwilling to help.
He was unwilling to help.
She gave an unwilling smile.
She gave an unwilling smile.
Grammar Patterns
unwilling ((to-inf)) to be unwilling to do something He was unwilling to help.
Similar Words
Synonyms: reluctant, hesitant; Antonyms: willing, eager
Etymology
From the prefix 'un-' (not) and 'willing' (ready to do something). Literally means 'not willing'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'un-' as a negation. If you are 'willing' to do something, you want to do it. If you are 'unwilling', you do not want to do it.