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Webster 1913 Edition
Irresolution
Ir-resˊo-lu′tion
,Noun.
[Cf. F.
irrésolution
.] Lack of resolution; lack of decision in purpose; a fluctuation of mind, as in doubt, or between hope and fear; irresoluteness; indecision; vacillation.
Irresolution
on the schemes of life which offer themselves to our choice, and inconstancy in pursuing them, are the greatest causes of all unhappiness. Addison.
Webster 1828 Edition
Irresolution
IRRESOLU'TION
,Noun.
Definition 2024
irresolution
irresolution
See also: irrésolution
English
Noun
irresolution (plural irresolutions)
- Lack of resolution; lack of decision or purpose; vacillation.
- 1796, Matthew Lewis, The Monk, Folio Society 1985, p. 238:
- 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.
- 1796, Matthew Lewis, The Monk, Folio Society 1985, p. 238:
References
- irresolution in The Century Dictionary, The Century Co., New York, 1911
- irresolution in Webster’s Revised Unabridged Dictionary, G. & C. Merriam, 1913