noun
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.
彼は強い意志で困難を乗り越えた。
He overcame the difficulties with strong will.
自分の意志で決めた道だから
I chose this path of my own volition, so I have no regrets.