Will meaning

What does “will” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“will” is a noun and verb with 6 meanings. Its most common meaning is: the capability of conscious choice and decision and intention.

will

noun

  1. the capability of conscious choice and decision and intention

    “the exercise of their volition we construe as revolt”

    Synonymsvolition
  2. a fixed and persistent intent or purpose

    “where there's a will there's a way”

  3. a legal document declaring a person's wishes regarding the disposal of their property when they die

    Synonymstestament

verb

  1. decree or ordain

    “God wills our existence”

  2. determine by choice

    “This action was willed and intended”

  3. leave or give by will after one's death

    “My aunt bequeathed me all her jewelry”

    “My grandfather left me his entire estate”

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University