indecision
Indecision (noun) means the inability to make a decision, especially when there are multiple options. Example: “His indecision cost the team valuable time.”
How to use indecision
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishTrouble making up your mind.
Word forms
indecisions plural
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His _____ cost the team valuable time.
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.