INDECISIVE
Dictionary entry overview: What does indecisive mean?
• INDECISIVE (adjective)
The adjective INDECISIVE has 3 senses:
1. characterized by lack of decision and firmness
2. not definitely settling something
3. not clearly defined
Familiarity information: INDECISIVE used as an adjective is uncommon.
Dictionary entry details
• INDECISIVE (adjective)
Meaning:
Characterized by lack of decision and firmness
Context example:
an indecisive manager brought the enterprise to a standstill
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)
Meaning:
Not definitely settling something
Context example:
a long and indecisive war
Similar:
inconclusive (leading to no final results or outcome)
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)
Meaning:
Not clearly defined
Context example:
indecisive boundaries running through mountains
Similar:
indefinite (vague or not clearly defined or stated)
