Velleity

A desire to do something which isn’t strong enough to actually do it.

My homework was a velleity until I ascertained the consequences.

by AnonymousSK420 July 24, 2019

velleitious

A person who is prone to episodes of Velleity.

"Charlene always says she is going to do something, and then she doesn't. She is very velleitious."

by daleodiablo December 29, 2013

velleity

1) a mild desire, a wish or urge too slight to lead to action
2) volition in its weakest form

I always display the utmost velleity toward my homework.

by aznravinrobin December 28, 2005