Avolition
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˌeɪvəˈlɪʃən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Avolition is a noun meaning Lack of initiative or goals; one of the negative symptoms of schizophrenia. The person may wish to do something, but the desire is without power or energy.
Meaning
Lack of initiative or goals; one of the negative symptoms of schizophrenia. The person may wish to do something, but the desire is without power or energy.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include apathy, abulia, volitionlessness, antivolition, drivelessness, ambitionlessness.
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