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May 27, 2012
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Synonyms for will

Noun

1. volition, will, faculty, mental faculty, module
usage: the capability of conscious choice and decision and intention; "the exercise of their volition we construe as revolt"- George Meredith
2. will, purpose, intent, intention, aim, design
usage: a fixed and persistent intent or purpose; "where there's a will there's a way"
3. will, testament, legal document, legal instrument, official document, instrument
usage: a legal document declaring a person's wishes regarding the disposal of their property when they die

Verb

1. will, ordain
usage: decree or ordain; "God wills our existence"
2. will, wish
usage: have in mind; "I will take the exam tomorrow"
3. will, decide, make up one's mind, determine
usage: determine by choice; "This action was willed and intended"
4. bequeath, will, leave, give, gift, present
usage: leave or give by will after one's death; "My aunt bequeathed me all her jewelry"; "My grandfather left me his entire estate"
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