意志 — meaning in English

English meaning

• volition noun The act of consciously deciding or choosing to do something, using one's own will.
• will verb A modal verb used to talk about the future, often with a sense of intention or certainty.

Senses

意志 is used for these senses in English:

• volition A conscious choice or decision. [from early 17th c.]

will — full definition

1. verb A modal verb used to talk about the future, often with a sense of intention or certainty.
2. verb To want or intend something strongly; to choose to do it.
3. noun A person's inner drive or determination to do something.
4. noun A legal document stating who should receive a person's property and belongings after they die.
5. verb To leave property or possessions to someone through a will.

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