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Definitions from WordNet

Noun velleity has 2 senses
  1. velleity - a mere wish, unaccompanied by effort to obtain
    --1 is a kind of
    wish, wishing, want
  2. velleity - volition in its weakest form
    --2 is a kind of
    volition, will

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Velleity

Definition:

A velleity refers to a slight or weak wish or desire that lacks the determination or willpower to become a reality.

Senses:

  1. A weak inclination or preference.
  2. A mere wish without any intention or effort to achieve it.

Sample Sentences:

  • After years of procrastination, his desire to travel the world remained a velleity.
  • She expressed a velleity to learn a musical instrument but never followed through.
  • His velleities for a healthier lifestyle never translated into action.

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