
Wishy-washy
Personal Views
Use 'wishy-washy' when someone avoids committing to a clear, firm opinion on a subject.
Don't be wishy-washy—tell us what you really think about the new policy.
Conveys Frustration
'Wishy-washy' often expresses annoyance at someone's inability to make firm decisions.
We need a decisive leader, not someone who is wishy-washy on important issues.
In Professional Context
Use sparingly in formal work settings since 'wishy-washy' can sound informal and disrespectful.
In a professional review, I avoided calling his ideas wishy-washy and instead said they lacked clarity.
Compare with
AmbivalentCertainDoubtfulHesitantInconsistentIndecisiveIrresoluteTentative
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