vol·i·tive 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