will; volition; intention; determination
Refers to a person's conscious will, resolve, or deliberate intention to act. Often used in psychological, philosophical, and everyday contexts.
He overcame the difficulties with strong will.
I chose this path of my own volition, so I have no regrets.
He has a strong will and sees his goals through to the end.
The reason I can't keep up my diet is that I have a weak will.
She quit the company of her own free will.
I took on the new job with a strong sense of determination.
意地 (いじ) means stubbornness or pride, while 意志 (いし) means will or intention in a neutral, positive sense; learners often mix up the similar kanji and sound.
general will
volitional verb