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What is the opposite of willing?

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Adjective
Opposite of ready, eager, or prepared to do something
“General Bate was unwilling to exacerbate local perceptions of military tyranny.”
Adjective
Opposite of done by one's own free will or choice
“She gave a forced confession to the police while she was detained without a warrant and threatened with a weapon.”
Adjective
Opposite of given or done without hesitation
“I was hesitant about watching a movie that featured a rock star as its main player.”
Adjective
Opposite of characterized by obedience, subservience, or readiness to accept instruction or direction
Adjective
Opposite of eagerly wishing or wanting of something or someone
Adjective
Opposite of having or showing eagerness or enthusiasm towards an activity
“I was just a casual follower of tennis, but a fanatic enthusiast of basketball.”
Adjective
Opposite of having or showing eagerness or enthusiasm towards doing something
“It was a sign to the recruiter that Bill was apathetic to the role when he presented unshaven and in casual attire for the interview.”
Adjective
Opposite of likely or liable to suffer from, do, or experience something unpleasant or regrettable
Adjective
Opposite of showing enthusiasm or displaying positive energy about something
“Appallingly low turnout for the June elections showed that voters are apathetic.”
Adjective
Opposite of ready to accept instruction or direction in an obedient manner
Adjective
Opposite of well-meaning and kindly in nature
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Opposite of willing to agree to something
Adjective
(of a quality or result) Opposite of achieved or maintained by careful and deliberate effort
Adjective
Opposite of willing to accept or agree to something without objection or resistance
“He was resistant at first, but soon became a careful dresser and appreciative of his wife's flair for interior design.”
Adjective
Opposite of open to instruction or being taught
Adjective
Opposite of willing or prone to give way to the influence of others
“We must be intransigent in our stance against any form of discrimination.”
Adjective
Opposite of experiencing or feeling happiness or joy
Adjective
Opposite of done deliberately or voluntarily
“Avoid hot-water or steam vaporizers that can cause accidental burns and scalds in children.”
Adjective
Opposite of willing to help or be of assistance
Adjective
Opposite of generous and tireless with one's contributions of time, money, etc.
Adjective
Opposite of willing to make concessions or characterized by pacifism
Adjective
Opposite of done or happening immediately or quickly
Adjective
Opposite of given or done free of charge
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