hesitant

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.

Pronunciation: /ˈhɛzɪtənt/

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."

Synonyms of hesitant

Words with a similar meaning to hesitant:

• reluctant
• undecided
• wavering
• irresolute

Antonyms of hesitant

Words with the opposite meaning to hesitant:

• decisive
• eager
• resolute