willy-nilly
Pronunciation
/wˈɪlinˈɪli/
/wˈɪlinˈɪli/

Definition & Meaning of "willy-nilly"in English

willy-nilly
01

in a way that happens regardless of someone's wishes or control

willy-nilly definition and meaning
Examples
She was dragged willy-nilly into the argument.
Examples
Papers were stacked willy-nilly across the desk.
willy-nilly
01

showing hesitation or indecisiveness

Examples
His willy-nilly approach to commitments made him an unreliable partner.
Examples
The office was filled with willy-nilly piles of paper and half-finished reports.
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