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irresolution

[ ih-rez-uh-loo-shuh n ]

/ ɪˌrɛz əˈlu ʃən /

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noun

lack of resolution; lack of decision or purpose; vacillation.

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Origin of irresolution

First recorded in 1585–95; irresolute + -ion

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Examples from the Web for irresolution

But softness and irresolution were the characteristics of Austria's generals no less than of her rulers.
The Life of Napoleon I (Volumes, 1 and 2)|John Holland Rose
It unnerved his resolution, and uncertainty and irresolution were terrific strains on a man of action and precision.
What Will People Say?|Rupert Hughes
Outside old Mrs. Picture's door comes a moment of irresolution, but she quashes it and goes on.
When Ghost Meets Ghost|William Frend De Morgan
On calling, and asking for Mrs. Dewey, I noticed an air of irresolution about the servant.
The Allen House|T. S. Arthur

Shifting from one tense to the other gives the appearance of uncertainty and irresolution (compare Rule 15).
The Elements of Style|William Strunk

Word Origin and History for irresolution

irresolution

n.

1590s, from French irrésolution (16c.), from ir-, assimilated form of in- "not, opposite of" (see in- (1)) + résolution (see resolution).

Online Etymology Dictionary, © 2010 Douglas Harper