cunctation

/kʌŋkˈteɪʃən/

Definitions

1. noun

the act or habit of delaying or procrastinating, especially in taking action or making decisions

“Her cunctation in making a decision cost her the job opportunity.”

2. noun

a state of hesitation or indecision, especially in taking action or making decisions

“The cunctation of the team led to a series of missed opportunities.”

3. verb

to delay or procrastinate, especially in taking action or making decisions

“He cunctated the project, causing it to miss its deadline.”

Synonyms

  • delay
  • hesitation
  • procrastination

Antonyms

  • decision
  • promptness