noun
velleity
Velleity (noun) means the lowest degree of desire or volition; a total lack of effort to act.
noun
1
The lowest degree of desire or volition; a total lack of effort to act.
2
A slight wish not followed by any effort to obtain.
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Etymology
From Medieval Latin velleitās, from Latin velle (“wish, will”).
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What is the meaning of velleity?
"velleity" (noun) means the lowest degree of desire or volition; a total lack of effort to act.
What are the different meanings of velleity?
"velleity" has 2 main meanings: 1. The lowest degree of desire or volition; a total lack of effort to act; 2. A slight wish not followed by any effort to obtain.