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irresolution

[ ih-rez-uh-loo-shuhn ]

/ 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

Words nearby irresolution

irreproachable, irreproducible, irresistible, irresoluble, irresolute, irresolution, irresolvable, irrespective, irrespirable, irresponsible, irresponsive

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How to use irresolution in a sentence

With irresolution swirling around the economy and the pandemic recovery, mortgage rates barely budged.
Mortgage rates stuck in neutral amid economic uncertainty|Kathy Orton|February 11, 2021|Washington Post
He saw that the situation was worse than even he had bargained for, and all his irresolution began to return upon him.
Elster's Folly|Mrs. Henry Wood
And then he walked about the room, reflecting on the curse of his life—his besetting sin—irresolution.
Elster's Folly|Mrs. Henry Wood
Your average woman shopping is the epitome of irresolution, or so it seems to the man.
The Idyl of Twin Fires|Walter Prichard Eaton

His strength is sufficient for her weakness, and her power is the support of his irresolution and want of faith.
Thoughts on Educational Topics and Institutions|George S. Boutwell
And then the word "irresolution" leaps forth, and all is explained.
The Contemporary Review, January 1883|Various