undecided
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˌʌn.dɪˈsaɪ.dɪd/
KK: /ʌndɪˈsaɪdɪd/
adjective
Definition
Not having made a choice or decision about something; not settled or determined.
Example
She felt undecided about which college to attend.
Conversation
Are you going to the party this weekend?
I'm still undecided about it, to be honest.
I get that; sometimes it's hard to commit to plans.
Yeah, especially when I have so much going on right now.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
uncertain
indecisive
ambivalent
Antonyms
decided
resolved
certain
noun
Definition
A person who has not yet made a decision or choice, especially in the context of voting or opinions.
Example
The candidates are trying to win over the undecided voters before the election.
Conversation
Have you talked to anyone about the election yet?
Not really, I’m still feeling a bit undecided about who to support.
I get that; it’s a tough choice this time.
Root Explanation
Undecided → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "decidere" (from Latin, meaning to cut off or determine). The word "undecided" means not having made a decision or determination.
Memory Tip
Think of being 'not' ('un-') able to 'cut off' or determine a choice — that's why undecided means you haven't made a decision yet.
Visually Confused Words
decided
unelided
unchided
decide