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Meaning of indecision in English
Pronunciation
/ˌɪndəˈsɪʒ(ə)n/
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Noun
indecision
Etymology
mid 18th century: from French indécision, from in- (expressing negation) + décision, from Latin decisio(n-), from the verb decidere (see decide)
Definitions
1.
doubt concerning two or more possible alternatives or courses of action
Examples
« his indecision was only momentary but the opportunity was lost »
2.
the trait of irresolution
Examples
« a lack of firmness of character or purpose »
« the king's incurable indecisiveness caused turmoil in his court »
Antonyms
decisiveness
decision
decisiveness
decision