indecision

Pronunciation: /ɪndɪˈsɪʒ(ə)n/

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: C1 — Advanced

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun doubt concerning two or more possible alternatives or courses of action
  2. noun the trait of irresolution; a lack of firmness of character or purpose

Etymology

From French indécision.

In classic literature

Synonyms

indecisiveness, irresolution

Semantic network

Broader (hypernyms)
doubt
Narrower (hyponyms)
hesitation

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