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
With effort came obvious improvement, and the sense of mastery and volition was nothing short of intoxicating.
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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
Cancellations While some performers called off shows on their own volition, other cancellations were more conspicuous.
—Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 30 Dec. 2025
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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
Cancellations While some performers called off shows on their own volition, other cancellations were more conspicuous.
—Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 30 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for volition
Recent Examples of Synonyms for volition
Noun
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Gonzalez, however, could leave if Courtois and Andrii Lunin, Real Madrid’s second-choice goalkeeper, stay at the club, possibly opening the door for Navarro to push on.—
Dan Sheldon,
New York Times,
20 Apr. 2026
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This baked pasta recipe is a great choice for a busy weeknight.—
Lizzy Briskin,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 Apr. 2026
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While prices vary depending on the shade, Hathaway’s black option is one of seven colors going for $99 right now.—
Averi Baudler,
PEOPLE,
20 Apr. 2026
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If tension rises, name the goal and offer practical options.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
20 Apr. 2026
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Their preference is to keep a secret whether Filip Gustavsson or Jesper Wallstedt will start.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Your preferences will apply only on this website.—
Olivier Lafontant,
Pitchfork,
16 Apr. 2026
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“Volition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/volition. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.
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