VOLITIONS Synonyms: 45 Similar and Opposite Words

volitions

noun

plural of volition

as in choices

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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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 volitions The problem of akrasia exists because humans, unlike other animals (or, at present, machines), have second-order volitions—the preference to have different preferences. — Meghan O’Gieblyn, New Yorker, 14 Sep. 2026

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Noun

Stewart observed that as newlyweds, their joint choices add extra charm to the collection’s significance.

— Clara Hillis, Vogue, 17 Sep. 2026
There’s ambiguity in both characters’ choices, making for a tough film that refuses to provide easy answers.

— David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 17 Sep. 2026

Definition of choices

Noun

Of satisfyingly crunchy crusts and chewy interiors, there are plenty of options to choose from.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Sep. 2026
Stronger cash flow, better loss data and greater balance-sheet capacity can give leadership options that were impractical earlier in the company’s development.

— Randy Sadler, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2026

Definition of options

Noun

Collect all relevant documents including account numbers, birth certificates, insurance policies, deeds, wills and important contact information.

— Alexiah Syrai Olsen, Sacbee.com, 11 Sep. 2026
Whittingham demands toughness, doesn’t tolerate any foolishness and rarely loses in a battle of wills.

— Austin Meek, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026

Definition of wills

Noun

Rise of delivery plays a role too Meeting consumers’ texture demands and preferences is a growing challenge for the food industry.

— Dee-Ann Durbin, Los Angeles Times, 14 Sep. 2026
Meeting consumers’ texture demands and preferences is a growing challenge for the food industry.

— ABC News, ABC News, 14 Sep. 2026

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