volitive
UK/'vɔlitiv/US/'vɒlitiv/
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Definitions
adj.
Relating to the will; (grammar) expressing a wish or desire
意志的；（语法）表示愿望的
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedvol (will, from velle) + -itive (tending to) = relating to the will. A technical term, especially in grammar for moods that express wishes.
Root vol still carries 50 more wordsExample Sentences
- 1.
In grammar, a volitive form expresses a wish or command.
- 2.
Philosophers distinguish cognitive from volitive states.