a. [ Pref. ir- not + resolute: cf. F. irrésolu, L. irresolutus not loosened. ] Not resolute; not decided or determined; wavering; given to doubt or irresolution. [ 1913 Webster ]
Weak and irresolute is man. Cowper.
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n. the failure to behave in a resolute manner; fluctuation in intention.
a. [ Cf. F. résolu. The L. resolutus (p. p. of resolvere) means, relaxed, enervated, effeminate. See Resolve, v. t. & i. ]
Edward is at hand,
Ready to fight; therefore be resolute. Shak. [ 1913 Webster ]
n.
adv. In a resolute manner; with fixed purpose; boldly; firmly; steadily; with perseverance. [ 1913 Webster ]
Some . . . facts he examines, some he resolutely denies. Swift. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. The quality of being resolute. [ 1913 Webster ]