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volitive

[ vol-i-tiv ]

adjective

  1. of, relating to, or characterized by volition.
  2. Grammar. expressing a wish or permission:

    a volitive construction.

volitive

/ ˈvɒlɪtɪv /

adjective

  1. of, relating to, or emanating from the will
  2. See desiderative
    grammar another word for desiderative

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Other Words From

  • un·voli·tive adjective

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Word History and Origins

Origin of volitive1

First recorded in 1650–60; volit(ion) + -ive

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Example Sentences

They are no more self-volitive free agents, but are acted upon by their paramount duties.

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