Willingness

B2 8+

Pronunciation: /ˈwɪlɪŋnəs/

Definitions of willingness

noun a state of being prepared to do something; readiness

Example Sentences

A1 Her willingness to help others is admirable.

A2 The team showed their willingness to work together on the project.

B1 His willingness to learn new skills has helped him advance in his career.

B2 The company's willingness to adapt to market changes has kept them competitive.

C1 The politician's willingness to compromise led to successful negotiations.

C2 The CEO's willingness to take risks has paid off for the company.

adjective willing to do something; inclined or favorably disposed in mind; ready

Example Sentences

A1 She showed her willingness to help her classmates with their homework.

A2 His willingness to learn new skills impressed his boss.

B1 The company values employees with a willingness to adapt to change.

B2 Her willingness to take on new challenges led to her promotion.

C1 The politician's willingness to compromise on key issues helped pass important legislation.

C2 His willingness to listen to opposing viewpoints set him apart as a leader.

Examples of willingness in a Sentence

formal Her willingness to learn new skills impressed her employer.

informal I admire your willingness to try new things.

slang His willingness to go the extra mile really paid off.

figurative The artist's willingness to push boundaries led to innovative creations.

Grammatical Forms of willingness

past tense

was willing

plural

willingnesses

comparative

more willing

superlative

most willing

present tense

is willing

future tense

will be willing

perfect tense

has been willing

continuous tense

is being willing

singular

willingness

positive degree

willing

infinitive

to be willing

gerund

willing

participle

willing

Origin and Evolution of willingness

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Old English
Story behind the word: The word 'willingness' originated from the Old English word 'willan' meaning to wish or desire.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'willingness' has evolved to encompass not just the act of wishing or desiring, but also the readiness or eagerness to do something.