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Volitive

/ˈvɑlətɪv/ · adjective

Meaning

Of or pertaining the will or volition..

Definitions by Sense

  1. Of or pertaining the will or volition.
  2. (grammar, of a verb) In the volitive; expressing a wish.
  3. (uncountable, linguistics) A verb form found in certain languages which indicates that a certain action is willed, although it may not be performed in fact.
  4. (linguistics) A specific volitive form of a verb.

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What does volitive mean?

Volitive means Of or pertaining the will or volition..

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