English Explanatory Dictionary

Deo volente

English dictionary entry

Meanings

intj
  1. God willing

Pronunciation

/ˌdeɪəʊ vəˈlɛnteɪ/ /ˌdiːəʊ vəˈlɛnti/

Word forms

Deo volente

Etymology

From Latin Deo volente, an absolute ablative. See James 4:15: “If it is the Lord’s will, we will live and do this or that.” - a critique of those who are over-confident in their ability to determine their own future.

Synonyms

inshallah D.V.

Related words

Deus vult
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