adulterate
verbTo make something less pure by mixing in another substance.
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Clear all filtersTo make something less pure by mixing in another substance.
Uncertainty caused by more than one possible meaning or interpretation.
To introduce something unwanted that makes a substance or result impure or unreliable.
A firmly held belief.
Dishonest or willing to misuse a position for improper gain.
Dishonest or unprincipled
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Open to reasonable disagreement or uncertainty.
The ability to make clear, firm decisions without undue delay.
Clearly stated, precisely determined, or free from uncertainty.
Clearly determined
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Confusion about one's surroundings, direction, time, or circumstances.
Reluctance or delay in acting because of doubt or uncertainty.
Reluctance or uncertainty
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Difficulty choosing between possible actions or alternatives.
Difficulty choosing
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A tendency to struggle with making clear or firm choices.
Tendency not to decide
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Generally supposed or claimed to be so, without certainty.
A state of uncertainty about what to do or which choice to make.
Not mixed with unwanted material; also complete or unqualified.
Unmixed with impurities
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Repeated wavering between choices or opinions.
To hesitate between choices or lose steadiness in a position or commitment.
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