double-mindedness
- a word derived from double-minded.
Example Sentences
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There was in this thirst to be "progressive" a subtle sort of double-mindedness and falsity.
From George Bernard Shaw by Chesterton, G. K. (Gilbert Keith)
It must not be practised half-heartedly, with "double-mindedness," nor in vain philosophizing and professions belied by deeds.
From The Making of the New Testament by Bacon, Benjamin Wisner
He justifies his double-mindedness to himself, no doubt, as he does to the world, by working wisely, indefatigably, and bravely: but still he has put his trust in princes, and in the children of men.
From Sir Walter Raleigh and His Time by Kingsley, Charles
But this double-mindedness, as I have tried to show, was necessary; and therefore to lament over it is weak.
From Renaissance in Italy Volume 3 The Fine Arts by Symonds, John Addington
Oh! how I execrate myself for this double-mindedness which prevents my serving one Master and God.”
From Bethink Yourselves! by Chertkov, V. G. (Vladimir Grigorevich)
