CEFR B2

hesitant

adjective

Meaning

Feeling or showing reluctance, doubt, or indecision.

Examples

She was hesitant to accept the new job offer, weighing all the pros and cons.
The committee remained hesitant about approving the controversial proposal without further review.

Synonyms: reluctant, undecided, wavering, irresolute

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hesitant (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈhɛzɪtənt/

Definition

Feeling or showing reluctance, doubt, or indecision.

Examples

She was hesitant to accept the new job offer, weighing all the pros and cons.
The committee remained hesitant about approving the controversial proposal without further review.
Despite his initial hesitant steps, the child soon gained confidence and ran across the playground.

How to Use hesitant

be hesitant about (prepositional phrase): To feel unsure or reluctant concerning something. — "I'm hesitant about making such a big investment right now."
be hesitant to (prepositional phrase): To be unwilling or slow to do something. — "He was hesitant to speak up during the meeting, fearing criticism."

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