Undecided

/ˌʌn.dɪˈsaɪ.dɪd/

Meaning & Definition

adjective
not having made a decision or choice.
She remained undecided about which college to attend.
inconclusive; unresolved.
The election results were still undecided as ballots were being counted.
lacking a definite or fixed plan.
His plans for the weekend are still undecided.

Etymology

From un- (not) + decided (determined, settled).

Common Phrases and Expressions

sitting on the fence
Being unable to make a decision.
teetering on the edge
Being in a state of indecision.
playing it safe
Avoiding decisions that could be risky.

Related Words

decision
A conclusion or resolution reached after consideration.
resolve
To come to a firm decision about something.
choice
An act of selecting or making a decision when faced with two or more possibilities.

Slang Meanings

In a pickle
I'm in a pickle about whether to go to the party or stay home.
At a crossroads
She's at a crossroads about her career path.
On the fence
He's still on the fence about whether to accept the job offer.