Volition

/vəˈlɪʃən/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The power of using one's will.

She made the decision to change her career of her own volition.

A conscious choice or decision.

His volition to travel abroad for education showed his commitment to growth.

The act of making a choice or decision.

It was her volition to volunteer at the animal shelter every weekend.

From Latin 'volitio', meaning 'to wish' or 'to will'.

act of volition

A deliberate choice made by an individual.

exercise one's volition

To use one's will to make a decision or choice.

volition of the mind

The mental process of making a decision.

will

The faculty by which a person decides on and initiates action.

determination

The quality of being determined to do or achieve something.

intention

A thing intended; an aim or plan.

Making things happen on your own terms.

That entrepreneur is all about volition; he makes his own paths.

Choosing to do something without needing any push.

She just went for it; her volition kicked in.