indecision

[ in-di-sizh-uhn ]

noun

1. inability to decide.

Word History and Origins

Origin of indecision¹

First recorded in 1755–65; in- ³ + decision

Example Sentences

Rickey, all forced smiles and performative boyishness, wants to charm his way into blissful indecision, while Glenn, a classically Cera-esque misfit of unearned confidence, talks himself into an illusion of control over his destiny.

From Los Angeles Times

Once Helly's part in distracting Milchick is done, she finds Mark just in time to steer his indecision in her direction.

From Salon

He’s got too much on his mind to allow this monkey to really go bananas, and his indecision makes the movie’s nihilistic viewpoint feel all the more hollow and forced.

From Salon

He told the inquiry the investigations had been hampered by "indecision and apathy" from senior officers, as well as a lack of cooperation from UK Special Forces command.

From BBC

Scrutiny of their food preferences can lead some politicians into a state of indecision.

From BBC

Related Words

• uncertainty