irresolution
noun [ U ] formal disapproving uk/ɪˌrez.əlˈuː.ʃən/ us/ɪˌrez.əlˈuː.ʃən/
犹豫不决，优柔寡断
the quality of not being able or willing to make decisions or take action
"Come here, Johnny!" she said, after several seconds of irresolution. “过来，强尼！”她犹豫了几秒钟后说。
The film's irresolution is its greatest strength. 这部电影所描写的优柔寡断是它最大的看点。
See: irresolute
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- She eventually beat her opponent in a match that revealed irresolution in both players.
- Introducing the new plotline at the end leaves the film with a sense of irresolution.
- He appears to be haunted by second thoughts which may be a sign of irresolution.