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Volition Definition & Meaning

volition
noun
  1. the capability of conscious choice and decision and intention; "the exercise of their volition we construe as revolt"- George Meredith
  2. the act of making a choice; "followed my father of my own volition"

"Volition" in song lyrics

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  • "No restrictions, my volition"
    MURS — Track 1

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Frequently asked questions

What does volition mean?
the capability of conscious choice and decision and intention; "the exercise of their volition we construe as revolt"- George Meredith the act of making a choice; "followed my father of my own volition"
What part of speech is volition?
Volition is a noun.
How many definitions does volition have?
Volition has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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