What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
undesire
Example
I have an undesire to eat spicy food. [undesire: noun]
Example
She felt an undesire to attend the party. [undesire: noun]
unwillingness
Example
His unwillingness to compromise led to the failure of the negotiation. [unwillingness: noun]
Example
She showed her unwillingness to participate in the activity. [unwillingness: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Unwillingness is more commonly used than undesire in everyday language. Unwillingness is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while undesire is less common and may sound awkward or unfamiliar in some situations.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between undesire and unwillingness?
Both undesire and unwillingness are neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
