consent or readiness to do something:The majority of the neighborhood’s older residents were employed, and younger people showed a willingness to work but often could not find jobs.
an inclination or preference: We admire her willingness to stand up for what she believes.The country has shown no sign of willingness to make concessions.
Christie, with his Jersey Boy charm and willingness to butt heads when necessary, has long been a threat to the left wing.
Dems Troll Christie on Bridgegate|Olivia Nuzzi|September 7, 2014|DAILY BEAST
By demonstrating a willingness to criticize President Obama, often rebuking him for his cozy relationship with Wall Street.
The Unsung Heroism of Jesse Jackson|David Masciotra|September 7, 2014|DAILY BEAST
Our goodness was defined, in part, by our willingness to confront evil abroad backed by military force.
How Obama's Shallow Worldview Failed Us|Stuart Stevens|August 29, 2014|DAILY BEAST
And the willingness to dump on British women in the name of Sharia law is a rot that runs up and down the length of society.
How Britain Made James Foley's Killer|Louise Mensch|August 27, 2014|DAILY BEAST
They may harness her talents and her willingness in founding Swadeshi Sabha and organising Swadeshi propaganda on a sound basis.
The Wheel of Fortune|Mahatma Gandhi
He expressed the warmest interest in my affairs, and a willingness to serve me in every possible way.
The Complete Works of Nathaniel Hawthorne, Appendix to Volume XII: Tales, Sketches, and other Papers by Nathaniel Hawthorne with a Biographical Sketch by George Parsons Lathrop|George Parsons Lathrop
Lorena, too, with all her willingness of speech, knew nothing definite.
The Lions of the Lord|Harry Leon Wilson
Up to this time the local authorities had shown an interest in our work and a willingness to aid.
In Indian Mexico (1908)|Frederick Starr
The willingness of the persons was liked, but the thing itself, in regard of the danger, was rather permitted than approved.
The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 11|Various