willing /ˈwɪlɪŋ/ adjective Learner's definition of WILLING
[more willing; most willing]
1
: not refusing to do something : ready乐意的;愿意的 —
followed by to + verb接动词不定式 -
I'm perfectly willing to try.我很乐意试一下。
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They are always willing and eager to help.他们总是乐于助人。
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We're ready and willing to make the trip.我们很乐意进行这次旅行。
2
: quick to act or respond : doing something or ready to do something without being persuaded积极的;主动的 3
: done, made, or given by choice : voluntary自愿的 -
willing obedience自愿顺从
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a willing sacrifice自愿牺牲
the spirit is willing but the flesh is weak
— see 1spirit — willingly
/ˈwɪlɪŋli/ adverb
— willingness
noun [noncount]