adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective

1. 1
   Of a person, lacking volition, not exercising one's will. not-comparable
2. 2
   Of an action, involuntary. not-comparable
3. 3
   Intestate; without a legal will governing one's property or estate. not-comparable

   "He died will-less."

Synonyms

All synonyms

irresolute

Antonyms

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determinedresolutewillful

Etymology

From will + -less.

Related phrases

will-lesslywill-lessness

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