at will

IPA/ɐtwˈɪl/
IPA/ɐtwˈɪl/

at will — 慣用語

1. whenever you decide, or in whatever way you prefer, because the choice is comple

1.慣用語B2
釋義

隨意地

按自己想要的時間或方式

whenever you decide, or in whatever way you prefer, because the choice is completely yours.

例句

With the smart lock, Roya can open the studio door at will.

有了智慧門鎖，Roya 可以隨意打開工作室的門。

at will after a verb to show full control

The director paused the rehearsal at will while adjusting the stage lights.

導演在調整舞台燈光時，可以隨意叫停排練。

pause at will in a controlled activity

同義詞
  • freely

    stresses lack of restriction, but not always deliberate control

  • whenever you like

    more conversational and usually focuses on time rather than control

  • on demand

    often refers to something being available immediately when requested

反義詞
  • under orders

    shows that someone must follow another person's instructions instead of choosing

文法句型

do something at will

stop at will

move at will

用法筆記

Usually comes after a verb and stresses control or freedom of choice. It is common with actions people can start, stop, repeat, or direct whenever they choose.

常見錯誤

❌I visited the museum at will on Saturday.
✅I visited the museum whenever I wanted on Saturday.
💡at will usually suggests freedom or control, not just one planned action.