volitive

Meanings

• noun

  Volitive is a term derived from the Latin word 'voluntas' meaning 'will' or 'desire'. In psychology, it refers to the capacity of an individual to make conscious decisions and exert self-control.

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volitive

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Etymology

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Derived from the Latin word 'voluntas' meaning 'will' or 'desire'

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Trivia

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1. The term 'volitive' is not commonly used in everyday language.

2. In some philosophical circles, the debate over free will versus determinism is known as the 'volitive problem'.

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Related Concepts

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1. Free will: The philosophical belief that individuals have the power to make free choices.

2. Moral responsibility: The idea that individuals are accountable for their actions and decisions.

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In literature, volitive is often used to describe the willpower or determination of characters. In philosophy, it is a key concept in discussions on free will and moral responsibility.

How to Memorize "volitive"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person making a decision and exerting self-control.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'volitive' with the concept of 'willpower' or 'desire'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the first letter of each word in 'Voluntas' and 'Willpower' to remember the meaning of 'volitive'.

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