aboulic
|a-bou-lic|
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/əˈbuːlɪk/
lack of will
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aboulic' originates from the Greek word 'aboulia,' where 'a-' meant 'without' and 'boulē' meant 'will.'
Historical Evolution
'aboulia' transformed into the French word 'aboulie,' and eventually became the modern English word 'aboulic.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'without will,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or suffering from aboulia, a condition characterized by a lack of will or initiative.
The patient was diagnosed as aboulic due to his inability to make decisions.
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Last updated: 2025/04/05 05:36