adj. 1. Disposed or inclined; prepared: I am willing to overlook your mistakes. 2. Acting or ready to act gladly; eagerly compliant: a willing worker. 3. Done, given, or accepted voluntarily or ungrudgingly. See Synonyms at voluntary. willing·ly adv. willing·ness n. |
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