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willed

adj.
C1 Advanced US //ˈwɪɫd// UK //wˈɪld// willed

adj. having a strong desire to do something or a specific type of personality. It is usually used with another word to describe how someone uses their mind or energy.

adj. having a specified level or type of willpower or determination. Typically appears as the second element in a hyphenated compound (e.g., 'strong-willed', 'self-willed').


SIMPLE

She is a very strong-willed person who never gives up.

CONTEXTUAL

The manager is known for being iron-willed when it comes to meeting deadlines and staying under budget.

COMPLEX

The protagonist is portrayed as a weak-willed individual who is easily manipulated by those around him, leading to his eventual downfall in the final act.

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Etymology 1

From will (noun) + -ed.

Etymology 2

See will (verb).

Usage

Usually functions as a participial adjective in compound forms; rarely used alone in modern English.

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