Waverer
/ˈweɪvərər/
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Indecision Context
Use 'waverer' when describing someone's difficulty to make choices in any area of life.
Choosing a college major turned him into a waverer.
Pro Tip 2/3Negative Nuance
'Waverer' often has a negative connotation, implying a lack of resolve or confidence.
As a waverer, his teammates doubted his commitment.
Pro Tip 3/3Character Trait
Label someone a 'waverer' only if indecision is a recurring trait, not a one-time occurrence.
She wasn't always a waverer; high stakes made her doubt.
Compare with
AmbivalentCertainFluctuateHesitantIndecisiveStableVacillateWaver
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