irresolution
nounUK /ɪɹɛzəˈluːʃən/
Etymology Probably from Middle French irresolution (modern French irrésolution), from ir- + resolution (“resolution”); compare Italian irresoluzione. By surface analysis, ir- + resolution.
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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.1796, Matthew Lewis, The Monk, Folio Society, published 1985, page 238: