English Explanatory Dictionary

God willing

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adv
  1. Barring unforeseen circumstances, it is hoped that (while generally also indicating acceptance of God's will).
intj
  1. If God wills it; may God will it; may God grant it; let us hope so; I hope so.
intj
  1. Alternative form of God willing.

Pronunciation

LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-God willing.wav

Word forms

God willing God-willing Godwilling

Etymology

Absolute construction; comparable to the phrase (if) God be willing.

Synonyms

Lord willing gods willing more at Thesaurus:God forbid § Antonyms

Antonyms

God forbid heaven forbid heaven forfend

Related words

Godspeed gods willing

Derived words

God willing and the creek don't rise
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