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indisposition

1 of 1noun
/ˌɪndɪspəˈzɪʃən/
Forms:indispositions
1

a mild reluctance to do something

  • She expressed some indisposition to attend the meeting.
  • His indisposition to join the project was clear.
  • There was a general indisposition among the team to work overtime.
  • He showed indisposition toward answering personal questions.
  • The committee's indisposition delayed the decision.
2

a mild state of being unwell, often leading to a temporary inability to perform one's usual activities

C2
  • Despite his indisposition, the employee made an effort to attend the important business meeting.
  • The student requested a brief leave of absence from school due to a sudden indisposition.
  • The manager showed understanding when the team member communicated their indisposition and need for a sick day.
  • The actress regretfully announced her indisposition, leading to the cancellation of the scheduled performance.
  • The athlete decided to withdraw from the competition due to an unexpected indisposition affecting their performance.