irresolute

/ɪˈrɛz.əˌl(j)uːt/

ꞮRƐZ · əl(j)uːt (2 syllables)

English Adj
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Definition

Undecided or unsure how to act.

Etymology

First attested in 1580. Borrowed from French irrésolu or composed from ir- + resolute.

Example Sentences

  • "As the seeress stood irresolute the tall young secretary half rose and whispered something in her ear."
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