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INDECISIVE
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I. (adjective)
Sense 1
Meaning:
Not definitely settling something
Example:
a long and indecisive war
Classified under:
Also:
inconclusive (not conclusive; not putting an end to doubt or question)
irresolute (uncertain how to act or proceed)
Antonym:
decisive (determining or having the power to determine an outcome)
Sense 2
Meaning:
Characterized by lack of decision and firmness
Example:
an indecisive manager brought the enterprise to a standstill
Classified under:
Similar:
on the fence; undecided (characterized by indecision)
hesitant; hesitating (lacking decisiveness of character; unable to act or decide quickly or firmly)
suspensive (undecided or characterized by indecisiveness)
Also:
irresolute (uncertain how to act or proceed)
Antonym:
decisive (characterized by decision and firmness)
Derivation:
indecisiveness (the trait of irresolution; a lack of firmness of character or purpose)
indecisiveness (doubt concerning two or more possible alternatives or courses of action)
Sense 3
Meaning:
Not clearly defined
Example:
indecisive boundaries running through mountains
Classified under:
Adjectives
Similar:
indefinite (vague or not clearly defined or stated)
