irresolute — showing or feeling uncertainty about what to do; not able to decide
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: showing or feeling uncertainty about what to do; not able to decide
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪˈrezəluːt/
Example Sentences
- The irresolute customer spent three hours choosing between chocolate and vanilla ice cream.
- Her irresolute nature made her unsuitable for the CEO position.
- The irresolute general kept changing battle plans every five minutes.
irresolute
ADJECTIVE[/ɪˈrezəluːt/]
showing or feeling uncertainty about what to do; not able to decide
Standing at the crossroads, he looked completely irresolute about which path to take.
Even with absolute proof, the irresolute judge can't stay resolute!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'resolutus' meaning 'loosened' or 'dissolved', which came to mean 'determined' or 'firm'. The prefix 'ir-' was added to create the opposite meaning of 'not firm' or 'wavering'.
Breakdown
ir- (not) + resolute (firm, determined) from Latin re- (back) + solvere (to loosen)
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📝Examples
“The irresolute customer spent three hours choosing between chocolate and vanilla ice cream.”
“Her irresolute nature made her unsuitable for the CEO position.”
“The irresolute general kept changing battle plans every five minutes.”
“Being irresolute in emergency situations can be dangerous.”
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