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Meaning of irresolutely
The primary meaning of the word "irresolutely" according to Oxford Languages is to act or decide in an indecisive or hesitant manner.
Etymology of irresolutely
The word "irresolutely" has its roots in the Latin words "in-" meaning "not" and "resolutus" meaning "resolved" or "decided", with the suffix "-ly" added to form an adverb
The word has been used in the English language since the 15th century to describe a lack of firmness or decision in action or thought
Synonyms
indecisively
uncertainly
hesitantly
tentatively
ambiguously
vaguely
unclearly
doubtfully
questionably
inconclusively
unconvincingly
unconfidently
weakly
feebly
limply
listlessly
apathetically
lethargically
sluggishly
dilatorily
procrastinatorily
falteringly
waveringly
vacillatingly
oscillatingly
fluctuatingly
hesitatingly
stutteringly
stammeringly
haltingly
stutteringly
tremulously
shakily
unsteadily
precariously
perilously
riskily
dangerously
unpredictably
capriciously
whimsically
arbitrarily
randomly
haphazardly
aimlessly
pointlessly
ineffectively
ineffectually
unproductively
fruitlessly
futilely
Definitions
- In an indecisive or hesitant manner, without firmness or resolution
- * Without making a firm decision, or being unable to make up one's mind
Usage Examples
- She spoke irresolutely, as if she was unsure of what she wanted to say
- * He acted irresolutely, unable to make a decision about his future
- * The team played irresolutely, lacking the confidence to win the game
Antonyms
decisively
firmly
resolutely
confidently
strongly
boldly
courageously
determinedly
unwaveringly
unhesitatingly
unflinchingly
steadfastly
steadily
calmly
coolly
collectedly
soberly
sensibly
rationally
logically
methodically
systematically
deliberately
intentionally
purposefully
knowingly
willingly
eagerly
enthusiastically
wholeheartedly