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Waffler: meaning, definitions and examples

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waffler

 

[ หˆwษ”ห.flษ™r ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

person who wavers

A waffler is someone who frequently changes their opinions or decisions, often in a way that seems indecisive or uncommitted. This term is typically used to describe individuals who hesitate to take a clear stance on issues, leading to inconsistency in their viewpoints. Wafflers may appear to be agreeable on many occasions, but this can result in confusion for others who might expect a more definite position. Their tendency to vacillate can affect both personal and professional relationships.

Synonyms

fence-sitter, indecisive person, vacillator

Examples of usage

  • He's such a waffler when it comes to making important decisions.
  • In the meeting, she was criticized for being a waffler instead of taking a firm stance.
  • Nobody trusts a waffler; they prefer leaders who are decisive.

Translations

Translations of the word "waffler" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น waffler

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคตเคพเคซเคฒเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Waffler

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ waffler

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒะฐั„ะปะตั€

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ waffler

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒฏใƒƒใƒ•ใƒฉใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท waffler

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ waffler

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท waffler

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์™€ํ”Œ๋Ÿฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูˆุงูู„ุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ waffler

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ waffler

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅŽๅคซ้ฅผๆœบ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ waffler

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ waffler

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฒะฐั„ะปะตั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ•แƒแƒคแƒšแƒ”แƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ waffler

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ waffler

Etymology

The term 'waffler' is derived from the verb 'waffle', which itself originated in the 18th century. Initially, 'waffle' referred to the act of talking foolishly or indecisively, possibly linked to the notion of the light, airy, and inconsistent nature of a waffle, the food item. The word 'waffle' came from the Middle Dutch 'wafel', which means 'honeycomb' or 'cake'. Over time, the noun 'waffler' emerged as a way to describe individuals who exhibit wavering behavior or indecision, particularly in terms of opinions or decision-making processes. The concept captures the essence of someone who cannot commit to a single viewpoint or who frequently changes their mind, analogous to flipping between sides of a waffle. The evolution of the word has mirrored cultural shifts towards valuing decisiveness and clarity in communication.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #43,368, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.