Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fence-sitter
noun
/ˈfɛns sɪtər/
Definition
A person who remains neutral or indecisive in a situation, avoiding commitment to one side or the other.
Examples
- During the debate, she was criticized for being a fence-sitter, as she refused to express her opinion on the topic.
- In the political arena, many voters are fence-sitters, waiting to see which candidate develops the best platform before making a decision.
Meaning
The term describes someone who does not take a definitive stand on an issue, often in an attempt to please both sides or to avoid conflict.
Synonyms
- Neutral
- Indecisive
- Uncommitted
- Vacillator
- Waffler
