Worse Quote by William Strunk, Jr
“It is worse to be irresolute than to be wrong.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Elements of Style, 1918
Indecision is more harmful than making a wrong choice; action beats paralysis.
In simple terms: Being indecisive is worse.
Key Takeaway
Choose and act.
Themes
decision‑making
action
confidence
Mood
pragmatic
encouraging
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- business decisions
- personal life
- creative work
- politics
Key Concepts
risk
error
certainty
Questions to Reflect On
- What decision are you avoiding?
- How can you mitigate risks after acting?
A Different Perspective
Wrong choices can have serious consequences.
