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Definition of indecisiveness

indecisiveness

/ˌɪn.dɪˈsaɪ.sɪv.nəs/
in · de · ci · sive · ness
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indecisiveness Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The quality or state of being unable to make decisions quickly and effectively; hesitation or wavering between choices.

Example

"The committee's chronic indecisiveness delayed the construction project by several months."

2

The quality of not providing a clear, definite, or conclusive result or outcome.

Example

"The indecisiveness of the clinical trial results meant that further testing was required."

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• Nearby Words

indecision
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indeed
indefensibility
indefensible

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Indecisiveness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/indecisiveness
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