indécision

Definitions of indécision
  1. noun
    the quality of being vague and poorly defined
    synonyms: doute, hésitation, incertitude
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    type of:
    incertitude
    being unsettled or in doubt or dependent on chance
  2. noun
    the trait of irresolution; a lack of firmness of character or purpose
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    antonyms:
    décision
    the trait of resoluteness as evidenced by firmness of character or purpose
    type of:
    irrésolution
    the trait of being irresolute; lacking firmness of purpose
  3. noun
    doubt concerning two or more possible alternatives or courses of action
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    types:
    hésitation
    indecision in speech or action
    type of:
    doute, incertitude
    the state of being unsure of something
  4. noun
    the trait of being irresolute; lacking firmness of purpose
    synonyms: irrésolution
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    antonyms:
    résolution
    the trait of being resolute
    type of:
    caractéristique, trait de caractère
    a distinguishing feature of your personal nature
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