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volition

vo·li·tion [ və lísh'n ]


noun 
Definition:
 
1. choosing: the act of exercising the will

2. ability to choose: the ability to make conscious choices or decisions

[Early 17th century. Directly or via French< Latin volition-< vol- (see voluntary)]

vo·li·tion·al adjective
vo·li·tion·al·ly adverb
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