willingness
Translation
willingness, readiness, preparedness
Examples
He showed a willingness to learn.
He showed a willingness to learn.
Her willingness impressed the manager.
Her willingness impressed the manager.
Grammar Patterns
willingness ((to-inf)) the quality of being happy to do something He showed a willingness to learn.
Similar Words
Synonyms: readiness, eagerness; Antonyms: unwillingness, reluctance
Etymology
From the adjective 'willing' plus the noun-forming suffix '-ness'.
Memory Tips
The suffix '-ness' turns an adjective into a noun meaning 'the state of being'. So, 'willingness' is the state of being willing.