irresolute
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
But in hindsight some historians say the Shah was too weak, slow and irresolute in repression.
From Reuters • Oct. 6, 2022
That phrase is a call back to the ancestors and an acknowledgment that you were not raised to be fearful and irresolute.
From Washington Post • Oct. 18, 2021
People seeking a summer action thriller in The Green Knight will be puzzled and perhaps annoyed by this irresolute final shot.
From Slate • Jul. 29, 2021
Unspooling over the course of a few lazy summer days, the film offers an enigmatic examination of youthful alienation, its plot irresolute and unpredictable.
From New York Times • Jul. 2, 2020
Harry stood there for a moment, irresolute, then said, “I’ll be back in a bit, Luna — er — bathroom.”
From "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" by J.K. Rowling
Vocabulary lists containing irresolute
The Vocabulary.com Top 1000
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
The Pearl
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Brave New World
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
