Difference between Volitional and Willing

What is the difference between Volitional and Willing?

Volitional as an adjective is done by conscious, personal choice; not based on external principles. while Willing as an adjective is ready to do something that is not (can't be expected as) a matter of course.

Volitional

Part of speech: adjective

Definition: done by conscious, personal choice; not based on external principles. done intentionally, not by accident pertaining to volition

Willing

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To wish, desire.

Part of speech: adjective

Definition: Ready to do something that is not (can't be expected as) a matter of course.

Part of speech: noun

Definition: The execution of a will.

Example sentence: Success is about dedication. You may not be where you want to be or do what you want to do when you're on the journey. But you've got to be willing to have vision and foresight that leads you to an incredible end.

We hope you now know whether to use Volitional or Willing in your sentence.

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