unwillingness
Unwillingness is the state or condition of being unwilling to take part in an action, accept a proposal, or comply with a demand. As a noun formed from un- + willing, it denotes a lack of willingness rather than mere hesitation, though the two can overlap. Unwillingness can be temporary or persistent and can arise in personal, social, professional, or political contexts.
It may be voluntary or involuntary in origin and can reflect moral concerns, perceived risks or costs,
It may manifest as reluctance, objections, or outright refusal in interpersonal settings, and in organizations as
In psychology and ethics, unwillingness relates to motivation, autonomy, consent, and compliance. It is distinct from