/ ˈwɪlɪŋ; NAmE / adjective
1.
[ not usually before noun ] willing (to do sth) not objecting to doing sth; having no reason for not doing sth :
They keep a list of people (who are) willing to work nights.
I'm perfectly willing to discuss the problem.
2.
[ usually before noun ] ready or pleased to help and not needing to be persuaded; done or given in an enthusiastic way :
willing helpers / volunteers
willing support
She's very willing.
OPP unwilling
► will·ing·ly adverb :
People would willingly pay more for better services.
'Will you help me?' 'Willingly.'
► will·ing·ness noun [ U , sing. ]
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IDIOMS
see God , show verb , spirit