Halfhearted and Willing

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Halfhearted adjective - Showing little or no interest or enthusiasm.

Usage example: a halfhearted attempt to clean the house before the arrival of the in-laws

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Willing is an antonym for halfhearted.

Nearby Word: halfheartedly

Willing adjective - Having a desire or inclination (as for a specified course of action).

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Halfhearted is an antonym for willing.

Nearby Words: will, willingly, willingness, willed

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