aboulia
|a-bou-li-a|
C2
/əˈbuːliə/
lack of will
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aboulia' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'aboulia,' where 'a-' meant 'without' and 'boulē' meant 'will.'
Historical Evolution
'aboulia' was borrowed directly from the Greek word 'aboulia' into modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'without will,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a psychological condition characterized by a lack of will or initiative, often resulting in an inability to make decisions.
The patient was diagnosed with aboulia, which explained his inability to make decisions.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/05 05:06