VOLITIVE


Meaning of VOLITIVE in English

I. ˈväləd.iv, -ətiv adjective

Etymology: Medieval Latin volitivus, from Latin vol- (stem of velle to will) + -itivus (as in Latin positivus positive)

1. : of or relating to the will : originating in the will : having the power to will

2. : expressing a wish or permission

the Latin volitive subjunctive with ut

II. noun

( -s )

: a volitive verb form

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