noun
indecision
ihn-dih-SIH-zhuhn
Indecision (noun) means the inability to make a decision, especially when there are multiple options. Example: “His indecision cost the team valuable time.”
noun
1
The inability to make a decision, especially when there are multiple options.
"His indecision cost the team valuable time."
How to use indecision
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishTrouble making up your mind.
Common pairings
indecision over
moment of indecision
plagued by indecision
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Word forms
- Plural
- indecisions
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Etymology
From French indécision, from in- ("not") plus décision.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “indecision” mean?
The word “indecision” means the inability to make a decision, especially when there are multiple options. In plain terms, trouble making up your mind.
How do you pronounce “indecision”?
“Indecision” is pronounced ihn-dih-SIH-zhuhn (/ɪndɪˈsɪʒən/ in IPA).
How do you use “indecision” in a sentence?
Here is “indecision” used in a sentence: “His indecision cost the team valuable time.”
What part of speech is “indecision”?
“Indecision” is a noun.
Where does the word “indecision” come from?
The word “indecision” comes from French. From French indécision, from in- ("not") plus décision.
