Willy-nilly

Pronunciation: /ˈwɪɫi- ˈnɪɫi/

Willy-nilly (adverb)

  1. happening whether you want it or not
  2. in a disorganized or random way

Examples

  • The rules were applied willy-nilly to everyone.
  • She had to accept the changes willy-nilly.

Common collocations: accept willy-nilly, apply willy-nilly, scatter willy-nilly, arrange willy-nilly

Synonyms of Willy-nilly

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Willy-nilly

  • describing actions done with a plan