What does "avolition" mean?

Lack of initiative or goals; one of the negative symptoms of schizophrenia. The person may wish to do something, but the desire is without power or energy.

What is a synonym for "avolition"?

Common synonyms include: amotivation.

How do you pronounce "avolition"?

Pronounced //ˌeɪvəˈlɪʃən//.

Avolition

//ˌeɪvəˈlɪʃən// noun

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Noun

1
Lack of initiative or goals; one of the negative symptoms of schizophrenia. The person may wish to do something, but the desire is without power or energy. uncountable

Synonyms

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amotivation

Etymology

From a- + volition.

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