free will

NOUN

free choice

Synonyms

WEAK

assent choice conation consent desire determination discretion free choice free decision freedom inclination intention mind one's discretion one's own choice one's own will option own say so own sweet way person's full intent and purpose pleasure power say so velleity volition voluntary decision willingness wish

Antonyms

WEAK

responsibility

Example Sentences

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In a song where vanity means being a “slave to makeup,” appearing willfully feminine might as well mean handing over your free will.

From Salon

"The look's actually so awesome and weird. I recommend just exercising your free will it's really fun and silly :D."

From BBC

Instead, the fantasyland they live in is one they made of their own free will.

From Salon

But the terminally dissatisfied Carol would rather stew in her own low-grade depression and angst that forfeit her free will.

From Los Angeles Times

We came to the realization that we are young and that we have free will.

From Los Angeles Times