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demonstrate willingness
[/ˈdemənstreɪt ˈwɪlɪŋnəs/]
verb phrase
demonstrar disposição
1.
To show or make clear one's readiness or desire to do something
She demonstrated willingness to learn new skills by enrolling in evening classes.
Ela demonstrou disposição em aprender novas habilidades ao se inscrever em aulas noturnas.
2.
To exhibit a cooperative or positive attitude toward a proposal or task
The team demonstrated willingness to work overtime to meet the deadline.
O time demonstrou disposição em trabalhar horas extras para cumprir o prazo.
Synonyms
show willingness
display eagerness
exhibit readiness
prove cooperation
manifest desire
Antonyms
demonstrate reluctance
show unwillingness
exhibit resistance
display hesitation
prove obstinacy
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
demonstrar disposição
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
demonstrar boa vontade
Alternative form emphasizing goodwill
Rio de Janeiro
mostrar disposição
More casual variant
Portugal
demonstrar disponibilidade
Often emphasizes availability alongside willingness
Related Idioms & Phrases
show willing
put one's best foot forward
go the extra mile
demonstrate good faith
put one's hand up
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