The difference between Deliberate and Volitional

When used as adjectives, deliberate means done on purpose, whereas volitional means of or relating to the volition or will.


Deliberate is also verb with the meaning: to consider carefully.

check bellow for the other definitions of Deliberate and Volitional

  1. Deliberate as an adjective:

    Done on purpose; intentional.

    Examples:

    "Tripping me was deliberate action."

  2. Deliberate as an adjective:

    Of a person, weighing facts and arguments with a view to a choice or decision; carefully considering the probable consequences of a step; slow in determining.

    Examples:

    "The jury took eight hours to come to its deliberate verdict."

    "synonyms: circumspect"

  3. Deliberate as an adjective:

    Formed with deliberation; carefully considered; not sudden or rash.

    Examples:

    "a deliberate opinion; a deliberate measure or result"

    "synonyms: well-advised"

  4. Deliberate as an adjective:

    Not hasty or sudden; slow.

  1. Deliberate as a verb:

    To consider carefully.

    Examples:

    "It is now time for the jury to deliberate the guilt of the defendant."

  1. Volitional as an adjective:

    Of or relating to the volition or will.

  2. Volitional as an adjective:

    Done by conscious, personal choice; not based on external principles; not accidental.

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