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will power

will power is the alternative spelling of willpower.

Meaning of willpower

Noun

willpower (countable and uncountable, plural willpowers)

  1. The unwavering strength of will to carry out one's wishes.
    • "A remarkable woman, gentlemen," said he, "a very noteworthy woman. I had prided myself that my willpower was the most powerful in the country--I had never met any to match it--but I do not mind admitting that, for firmness and tenacity, this lady is my equal. ...1900, Grant Allen, Arthur Conan Doyle, Hilda Wade

Questions about will power

What is will power the alternative spelling of?
Will power is the alternative spelling of willpower.

Words near will power in the dictionary

  1. will o' the wisp
  2. will o' the wisps
  3. will of the wisp
  4. will of the wisps
  5. will on
  6. will power
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  8. will the good of another
  9. will the real someone please stand up
  10. Will the Smith
  11. will they, won't they

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