vol·i·tive
| \ ˈvä-lə-tiv
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Definition of volitive
1
: of or relating to the will
2
: expressing a wish or permission
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“Volitive.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/volitive. Accessed 27 Feb. 2021.
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The first known use of volitive was in 1660
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