Vacillation

C1 16+

Pronunciation: /vækəˈleɪʃən/

Definitions of vacillation

noun the quality of being indecisive or irresolute

Example Sentences

A1 I can see your vacillation between the two options.

A2 Her vacillation on the matter is causing delays.

B1 The vacillation in his decision-making process is frustrating.

B2 The vacillation of the committee members is hindering progress.

C1 His vacillation is seen as a sign of indecisiveness.

C2 The vacillation in her behavior is perplexing to her colleagues.

Examples of vacillation in a Sentence

formal The vacillation in the committee's decision-making process caused delays in project completion.

informal Her vacillation between the two job offers is making her anxious.

slang Stop your vacillation and just pick one already!

figurative The constant vacillation of the pendulum symbolized the uncertainty of the situation.

Grammatical Forms of vacillation

past tense

vacillated

plural

vacillations

comparative

more vacillating

superlative

most vacillating

present tense

vacillates

future tense

will vacillate

perfect tense

has vacillated

continuous tense

is vacillating

singular

vacillation

positive degree

vacillating

infinitive

to vacillate

gerund

vacillating

participle

vacillated

Origin and Evolution of vacillation

First Known Use: 0015 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'vacillation' originated from the Latin word 'vacillare', meaning 'to sway or waver'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, 'vacillation' has come to represent indecision or hesitation, reflecting the original meaning of swaying back and forth.