willingly
/ˈwɪlɪŋli/
CEFR level B2Topic SocietyWord #4693 in the learning path
自愿地；乐意地
Definitions
adv. By choice and without needing to be forced or persuaded.
自愿地；乐意地
Example
My neighbour willingly watered the plants while I was away.
我不在家时，邻居欣然帮我给植物浇水。
Residents are more likely to participate willingly in recycling schemes when collection services are convenient and reliable.
当回收服务便利且可靠时，居民更可能自愿参与回收计划。
Collocations
- willingly agree
- participate willingly
- willingly accept
Word family
- willing (adj.)
- willingness (n.)
- unwilling (adj.)
- unwillingly (adv.)
Synonyms
- readily
- voluntarily
Antonyms
- unwillingly
- reluctantly
Usage tip
强调自愿而非被迫；不等于单纯“开心地”。
FAQ
- What does willingly mean?
- By choice and without needing to be forced or persuaded.
- How is willingly pronounced?
- UK /ˈwɪlɪŋli/, US /ˈwɪlɪŋli/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
