contra vontade
[ˈkõtɾɐ võˈtɑ̃dɨ]
adverbial phrase
against one's will; unwillingly; reluctantly
1. In a manner contrary to one's desires or preferences; without willingness or enthusiasm
He attended the meeting against his will.
Ele compareceu à reunião contra vontade.
2. Forced or compelled to do something; under duress
She signed the document reluctantly and against her will.
Ela assinou o documento contra vontade.
Related Idioms & Phrases
fazer algo contra vontade (to do something against one's will)
a contragosto (similar expression, often used interchangeably)
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