Rather
Rather adverb - By choice or preference.
Usage example: I would rather go to the movies than stay at home
Unwillingly is an antonym for rather.
Unwillingly
Unwillingly adverb - In an unwilling manner.
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Synonyms for Unwillingly
Rather is an antonym for unwillingly.
Both words in one sentence
- The episode reference, however, is rather fitting for the episode it's in, considering the fact that the opening to their home is going to close soon, and they'll be stranded, which is what happens to Rose, although unwillingly.
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Unwillingly and Rather. (2016). Retrieved 2026, July 21, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/rather/unwillingly
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Unwillingly or Rather. 2016. Accessed July 21, 2026. https://thesaurus.plus/related/rather/unwillingly.
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