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irresolute Definition

ir·reso·lute (i rez′ə lo̵̅o̅t′)

adjective

not resolute; wavering in decision, purpose, or opinion; indecisive; vacillating

Etymology: L irresolutus

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irresolute Synonyms

irresolute

modif.

indecisive, undecided, wavering, faltering, vacillating, uncertain, fluctuating, unsettled, hesitant, hesitating, doubting, ambivalent, unstable, inconstant, fickle, fearful, timid, undetermined, wobbly, halfhearted, weak-willed, shilly-shallying, pussyfooting*, wishy-washy*; see also changeable 1, shaky 1, undecided.

Antonyms resolute*, firm*, determined.

irresolute Usage Examples

Used with adjective complement

  • stand: The Baron, in a great contention of mind, stood irresolute, weighing the two dangers.