1
as in choice
the act or power of making one's own choices or decisions
oftentimes the dialect we speak is completely beyond our volition
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2
as in option
the power, right, or opportunity to choose
left the church of her own volition, not because she was excommunicated
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Recent Examples of volition
Entropy spikes during conscious volition may mark this very unraveling of possibility in the brain.
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Conor Feehly, Big Think, 10 Mar. 2026
With effort came obvious improvement, and the sense of mastery and volition was nothing short of intoxicating.
—James Hibbard, Literary Hub, 9 Mar. 2026
So, this isn't money that the school districts just have of their own volition.
—March 8, CBS News, 8 Mar. 2026
In an early episode, viewers will learn through a number of flashbacks the real reason why Daisy has chosen to enter this regime on her own volition.
—Max Gao, HollywoodReporter, 5 Mar. 2026
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Conor Feehly, Big Think, 10 Mar. 2026
With effort came obvious improvement, and the sense of mastery and volition was nothing short of intoxicating.
—James Hibbard, Literary Hub, 9 Mar. 2026
So, this isn't money that the school districts just have of their own volition.
—March 8, CBS News, 8 Mar. 2026
In an early episode, viewers will learn through a number of flashbacks the real reason why Daisy has chosen to enter this regime on her own volition.
—Max Gao, HollywoodReporter, 5 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for volition
Noun
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Make one intentional choice with your money or time, and follow through fully.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
27 Apr. 2026
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Havertz is Julian Nagelsmann’s first-choice forward and, if fit, will surely start as part of a front three with Florian Wirtz and Jamal Musiala at the World Cup.—
Sebastian Stafford-Bloor,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The others provide a variety of options to work in around them.—
Jon Machota,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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Take your pick from several colors, including neutrals and more vibrant options.—
Tanya Sharma,
PEOPLE,
26 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Naming one clear boundary or preference shifts the tone.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
1 May 2026
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The format varies widely depending on access and preference.—
Samantha Agate,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Apr. 2026
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“Volition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/volition. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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