nondecision

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /nɒnˈdɪʒən/

KK: /nɑnˈdɪʒən/

noun

Definition

A situation where no decision is made or a choice is not taken.

Example

The team's nondecision about the project led to confusion among the members.

Conversation

I can't believe we still haven't made a plan for the weekend.

I know, it's like we're stuck in a nondecision loop.

Exactly! We need to decide if we're going hiking or just hanging out.

Let's just pick one and go with it — I hate this indecision!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

indecision

stalemate

impasse

Antonyms

resolution

decision

conclusion

Root Explanation

Nondecision → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "decision" (from Latin "decisio", meaning a cutting off or settlement). The word "nondecision" refers to the state of not making a decision or the absence of a decision.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('non-') making a 'cutting off' or 'settlement' ('decisio') — that's why nondecision means the absence of a decision.

Visually Confused Words

undecision