WISHY-WASHINESS Synonyms: 41 Similar and Opposite Words

wishy-washiness

noun

Definition of wishy-washiness

as in weakness

the quality or state of lacking strength of will or character this is no time for wishy-washiness: our country needs a leader who's not afraid to act decisively

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Automated systems could then use additional computing resources to discover weaknesses and test potential defenses.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 31 Oct. 2026
Intel plunged 30% Friday after issuing weaker guidance for the fourth quarter, citing weakness in the PC market and manufacturing bottlenecks.

— Lucy Bayly, CNN Money, 30 Oct. 2026

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Towel stripping deeply cleans dingy towels, restoring softness and brightness.

— Anyssa Roberts, The Spruce, 28 Oct. 2026
In the early 19th century, California’s sea otters were hunted to the brink of extinction, the unparalleled softness and value of their fur drawing fur trappers all the way from Russia into California.

— Joseph Ogilvy, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Oct. 2026

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