Willy Nilly

B2 16+

Synonyms of willy nilly

Antonyms of willy nilly

Collocations of willy nilly

haphazard
Frequency: 70 %

She packed her bag in a haphazard manner, throwing items in willy nilly.

random
Frequency: 65 %

The books on the shelf were arranged in a random order, placed willy nilly.

careless
Frequency: 60 %

He handled the fragile items with a careless attitude, tossing them willy nilly.

helter-skelter
Frequency: 50 %

The children ran helter-skelter through the yard, scattering toys willy nilly.

Idiomatic Expressions for willy nilly

  • Phrase: come hell or high water, willy-nilly
    Meaning: regardless of any obstacles or difficulties
    Usage: I will finish this project on time, come hell or high water, willy-nilly.