What is another word for indecisively?

Pronunciation: [ˌɪndɪsˈa͡ɪsɪvli] (IPA)

Indecisively is a word that indicates the inability to make a firm decision or choice. Synonyms that describe this state of mind include tentatively, hesitantly, irresolutely, uncertainly, ambivalently, vacillatingly, waveringly, and doubtfully. Tentatively suggests an unsure and cautious approach, whereas hesitantly implies a certain degree of reluctance to take action. Indecisively and irresolutely both suggest a lack of firmness or determination in decision-making. Uncertainly and doubtfully indicate a high level of ambiguity or skepticism. Ambivalently suggests mixed feelings or conflicting emotions, while vacillatingly and waveringly imply a back-and-forth movement between different options.

What are the hypernyms for Indecisively?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the opposite words for indecisively?

Indecision is a common human experience. It happens when someone is unsure about something, and they can't make a clear decision. Antonyms for the word "indecisively" include confidently, resolutely, decisively, and firmly. Confidently means someone is sure of themselves, and their decisions. Resolutely refers to someone being firm in their choice and sticking to it. Decisively involves quick, clear decisions without hesitation. Finally, firmly has a sense of being determined and unwavering. By using these antonyms, it is possible to describe someone who is sure of themselves and takes clear, efficient action.

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Usage examples for Indecisively

Mr Griffith stood indecisively before his wife.
"Orientations"
William Somerset Maugham
They stood about indecisively, and stared up into the vaulted roof, and whispered to one another in funereally regulated tones.
"The Locusts' Years"
Mary Helen Fee
One or two of the others who had caught the words glanced across and became aware of a strange figure that was drifting indecisively towards them.
"Max Carrados"
Ernest Bramah

Famous quotes with Indecisively

  • Tyrion Lannister: Last time we saw each other was at Winterfell, yes? You were making jokes about my height, I seem to recall. Everyone who makes a joke about a dwarf's height thinks he's the only person ever to make a joke about a dwarf's height. A height of nobility. A man of your stature. Someone to look up to. You're all making the same five or six jokes.Theon Greyjoy: It was a long time ago.Tyrion Lannister: It was. And how have things been going for you since then? Not so well I gather. Can't imagine you would have murdered the Stark boys if things had been going well.Theon Greyjoy: I didn't murder the Stark boys. But I did things that were just as bad, or worse.Yara Grejoy: And he paid for them.Tyrion Lannister: Doesn't seem like it. He's still alive. It was complicated for you I'm sure, growing up at Winterfell. Never quite knowing who you were. But then, we all live complicated lives, don't we?Daenerys Targaryen: You've brought us a hundred ships from the Iron fleet, with men to sail them. In return I expect you want me to support your claim to the throne of the Iron Islands?Theon Grejoy: Not my claim. [nods his head to Yara] Hers.Daenerys Targaryen: What's wrong with you?Theon Greyjoy: I'm not fit to rule.Tyrion Lannister: We can agree upon that at least.Daenerys Targaryen: Has the Iron Islands ever had a queen before?Yara Grejoy: No more than Westeros.Theon Grejoy: Our uncle Euron returned home after a long absence. He murdered our father, and took the Salt Throne from Yara. He would have murdered us if we'd stayed.Daenerys Targaryen: Lord Tyrion tells me your father was a terrible king.Yara Grejoy: You and I have that in common.Daenerys Targaryen: [after a short pause] We do. And both murdered by a usurper aswell. [turns to Tyrion] Will their ships be enough?Tyrion Lannister: With the former masters' fleet, possibly. Barely. [glares down at Theon] There are more than a hundred ships in the Iron fleet- Theon Grejoy: There are. And Euron's building more. [to Daenerys] He's going to offer them to you.Daenerys Targaryen: So why shouldn't I wait for him?Theon Greyjoy: The Iron fleet isn't all he's bringing. He also wants to give you-..Yara Grejoy: [scornfully] His big cock, I think he said. [Daenerys raises her eyebrows disapprovingly, smirking at Tyrion] Euron's offer is also an offer of marriage, you see.. You won't get one without the other.Daenerys Targaryen: And I imagine your offer is free of any marriage demands.Yara Grejoy: [softly] I never demand but I'm up for anything really.[Daenerys gazes at Yara with a smile]Theon Grejoy: He murdered our father and would have murdered us. He'll murder you as soon as you have what he wants.Tyrion Lannister: The seven kingdoms?Theon Grejoy: All of them.Daenerys Targaryen: And you don't want the seven kingdoms?Theon Grejoy: Your ancestors defeated ours, and took the Iron Islands. We ask you to give them back.Daenerys Targaryen: And that's all?Yara Grejoy: We'd like you to help us murder an uncle or two who think a woman's not fit to rule.Daenerys Targaryen: [with a smirk] Reasonable.Tyrion Lannister: [to Daenerys] What if everyone starts demanding their independence?Daenerys Targaryen: She's not demanding, she's asking. The others are free to ask aswell. [turns her head back to Theon and Yara] Our fathers were evil men. All of us here. They left the world worse than they found it. We're not going to do that. We're going to leave the world better than we found it. [stands up and begins walking down the stairs towards Theon and Yara while she speaks] You will support my claim as the Queen of the Seven Kingdoms, and respect the integrity of the Seven Kingdoms. No more reaving, roving, raiding, or raping.Yara Greyjoy: [with a glare] That's our way of life.Daenerys Targaryen: No more.[Daenerys stares at Yara coldly, Yara turns her head to Theon who then nods at her in consent]Yara Grejoy: No more.[Yara lifts her arm up towards Daenerys. Daenerys, indecisively, looks over her shoulder at Tyrion who then signals her to accept Yara's arm-shake. After a brief hesitation, Daenerys puts a grasp around Yara's arm, shaking her arm]
    Game of Thrones

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