volitional

Meanings

• adjective

  Relating to or determined by the will; voluntary.

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Rhymes

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compulsion , relation , devotion , collision

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Variants

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volition , volitional , volitions

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Etymology

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From Latin volitio, volitionis: volere to will, choose.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'volitional' is derived from the Latin word 'volitio', which means 'to fly'.

2. In some philosophical and psychological theories, the concept of the 'volitional self' refers to the part of the self that is responsible for making decisions and taking action.

3. The term 'volitional' is sometimes used in medical contexts to refer to the ability of a patient to make informed decisions about their own care and treatment.

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Related Concepts

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1. free will: The philosophical belief that individuals have the power to make choices that are not determined by prior causes or external influences.

2. determinism: The philosophical belief that all events, including human actions, are determined by prior causes and cannot be changed.

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The term 'volitional' is often used in psychology and philosophy to refer to an individual's ability to make conscious decisions and control their actions.

How to Memorize "volitional"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person making a decision based on their own will, such as choosing a career path or deciding what to eat for dinner.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'volitional' with the concept of free will and the ability to make choices.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'VOLITION' to remember the meaning: Voluntary, Own, Life, Intention, Operation, Tact, Instinct, Need.

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