INDISPOSED Synonyms: 134 Similar and Opposite Words

indisposed

adjective

ˌin-di-ˈspōzd

Definition of indisposed

as in reluctant

slow to begin or proceed with a course of action because of doubts or uncertainty one person in our reading group is very indisposed to suggesting a book

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as in sick

temporarily suffering from a disorder of the body stays home from work whenever he feels the least indisposed

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Recent Examples of indisposed With one of the lowest economic-growth rates in the country, and much of its wealth tied to an indisposed coal industry, West Virginia is an unlikely champion of dynamism. — Jordan McGillis, National Review, 29 Sep. 2022 Paul Soper admirably stepped in at the last moment to take on the role of the Abbot for an indisposed James Demler. — BostonGlobe.com, 24 Oct. 2021

Recent Examples of Synonyms for indisposed

Adjective

The French government has historically been far more accommodating toward Moscow than either London or Washington, and the TotalEnergies leadership was visibly reluctant to sever ties with Russia ties throughout the conflict.

— Ariel Cohen, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
Many people were reluctant to speak, as if the virus were taboo.

— Brittney Melton, NPR, 21 July 2026

Definition of reluctant

Adjective

Our founder has spent his career advocating for a shift from sick care to true health creation.

— Billee Howard, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026
Officials recommended wearing masks in crowded indoor settings, staying current on vaccinations, testing for the virus and remaining home when sick.

— Grant Stringer, Mercury News, 25 July 2026

Definition of sick

Adjective

Some council members were initially hesitant to support the ordinance without standard vetting.

— Dylan Lysen, Kansas City Star, 25 July 2026
While the Rockies might be hesitant to trade too much from their young core, the 28-year-old Moniak will be a free agent after next season.

— The Athletic MLB Staff, New York Times, 24 July 2026

Definition of hesitant

Adjective

For however poorly things are going — and the bad tone set by the starters has leaked into some defensive lapses and some pressing at the plate — the Padres got themselves into a really favorable position before this.

— Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Sep. 2025
This involves having a poorly or non-functioning colon and is not usually reversible.

— Dr. John De Jong, Boston Herald, 17 Aug. 2025