Also means
against one's will
Usage Note
Widerwillig explicitly marks that someone acts against their wishes or inclination. Widerwillig zustimmen — to agree reluctantly. It is stronger than zögerlich (hesitant) and ungern (unwillingly, but softly). It conveys inner resistance being overcome by necessity or pressure.
Examples
"Widerwillig räumte er ein, dass sie recht hatte."
Natural Translation
He reluctantly admitted that she was right.
Literal Translation
Reluctantly admitted he in that she right had.
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