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Vinony

irresolution

noun

  1. the condition of being irresolute or undecided
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Wiktionary

Pronunciation: /ɪɹɛzəˈluːʃən/

noun

Etymology: Probably from Middle French irresolution (modern French irrésolution), from ir- + resolution (“resolution”); compare Italian irresoluzione. By surface analysis, ir- + resolution.

  1. Lack of resolution; lack of decision or purpose; vacillation.

    “Again he paced the chamber; but an involuntary movement of awe and inquietude constantly led his eye towards the alcove. He drew near it with irresolution.”