indecisiveness

American  

[in-di-sahy-siv-nis] / ˌɪn dɪˈsaɪ sɪv nɪs /

noun

1. the condition or quality of being unable to decide, conclude, or resolve something.

   Once again my indecisiveness kicks in—there are just too many choices!

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Etymology

Origin of indecisiveness

indecisive ( def. ) + -ness ( def. )

Example Sentences

All this indecisiveness is what we’ve come to expect.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 24, 2025

Their indecisiveness goes to the heart of the show, whose fundamental message is that supernatural evil abets, hides behind and jealously competes with everyday human evil.

From New York Times • May 22, 2024

Peoplehood keeps gathers” casual and upbeat, which sets the tone for the topics discussed: indecisiveness when scanning a menu, DoorDash reliance guilt, excitement for a future concert.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 2, 2023

And it follows a scathing report that found FDA’s food division was plagued by decentralized leadership, indecisiveness and a culture of “constant turmoil” that impeded actions to protect public health.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 31, 2023

The confusion over the aluminum/aluminium spelling arose because of some uncharacteristic indecisiveness on Davy’s part.

From "A Short History of Nearly Everything" by Bill Bryson