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Indecision (Noun)

Meaning 1

The trait of irresolution; a lack of firmness of character or purpose; "the king's incurable indecisiveness caused turmoil in his court".

Classification

Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.

Examples

  • Her indecision about what career to pursue was a result of her fear of making the wrong choice.
  • The company's indecision on the matter had delayed the release of their new product several times.
  • After months of indecision, he finally decided to take the risk and start his own business.
  • She accused him of indecision and a lack of leadership during the crisis.
  • The politician's indecision on key issues made many voters lose confidence in his ability to lead the country.

Synonyms

  • Indecisiveness

Antonyms

  • Decision

Hypernyms

  • Irresoluteness

Meaning 2

Doubt concerning two or more possible alternatives or courses of action; "his indecision was only momentary but the opportunity was lost".

Classification

Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.

Examples

  • Her indecision about which college to attend led to a missed deadline for the application process.
  • The company's indecision about whether to expand into a new market led to a loss of momentum and eventual decline.
  • His indecision about whether to take the job offer or pursue further education led to a lengthy and frustrating period of contemplation.
  • The team's indecision about whether to stick with their current strategy or try a new approach led to a series of mistakes and poor results.
  • The government's indecision about how to address the economic crisis led to widespread criticism and a loss of public trust.

Synonyms

  • Indecisiveness
  • Irresolution

Hypernyms

  • Uncertainty
  • Dubiety
  • Incertitude
  • Dubiousness
  • Doubtfulness

Hyponyms

  • Vacillation
  • Wavering
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