irresolute

/ɪˈrɛz.əˌl(j)uːt/adjective

Unable to make up one's mind; hesitant about what to do.

Example sentences

“He stood irresolute at the crossroads, unsure which path led home.”
“An irresolute leader can lose the trust of the people very quickly.”

Literary; in conversation people say 'indecisive'. The positive form 'resolute' is far more common.

Synonyms for irresolute

indecisive
hesitant
wavering
uncertain
undecided

Antonyms

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Related words

tenaciousHolding on firmly; refusing to give up or let go.irascibleQuick to lose one's temper; easily made angry.jadedTired, bored, or no longer excited because you have had too much of something.insolentRude and disrespectful in words or behavior.ineptLacking skill or ability; clumsy or incompetent at something.indolentAvoiding work or effort by nature; habitually lazy.