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Teetering between choices: "indecision" vs. "hesitation"
Lloyd Cooper 16/11/2024, 04:53English.me team member
What is similar?
Both "indecision" and "hesitation" relate to uncertainty or difficulty in making a decision or taking action.
What is different?
Indecision typically refers to a longer-term inability to make a decision, often due to lack of confidence or clarity. Hesitation is more about the short pause before making a decision or taking action, often due to caution or doubt.
Which one is more common?
Examples of usage
Indecision- Her indecision about which college to attend was causing her a lot of stress.
- The team's indecision led to missed opportunities in the market.
- John's indecision was evident as he stood in the store, unable to choose a gift.
- After a brief hesitation, she jumped into the pool.
- There was hesitation in his voice as he delivered the news.
- Despite his hesitation, he eventually agreed to the plan.
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