- any theory that regards will as the fundamental agency or principle, in metaphysics, epistemology, or psychology.
- the principle or practice of supporting churches, schools, hospitals, etc., by voluntary contributions or aid instead of relying on government assistance.
- any policy or practice based on voluntary action.
- the theory that the will rather than the intellect is the ultimate principle of reality
- a doctrine or system based on voluntary participation in a course of action
- the belief that the state, government, and the law should not interfere with the procedures of collective bargaining and of trade union organization
- another name for voluntaryism
