velleity

/vəˈlɛɪsɪti/

Definitions

1. noun

a mild or slight desire or impulse, especially one that is not strong enough to lead to action.

“She had a velleity for traveling the world but never took the time to plan a trip.”

2. noun

a whim or caprice.

“The artist’s velleity to create something new inspired a beautiful painting.”

Synonyms

  • fancy
  • inclination

Antonyms

  • aversion
  • distaste