reluctant (B2)
adjective
Pronunciation: /rɪˈlʌktənt/
Definition
Unwilling or hesitant to do something.
Examples
She was reluctant to admit she had made a mistake.
He was reluctant to take on the new responsibilities.
Many people are reluctant to change their long-held beliefs.
How to Use reluctant
- reluctant to (prepositional phrase)
- Feeling unwilling or hesitant to do the action that follows. — "The company was reluctant to invest more money."
- reluctant about (prepositional phrase)
- Feeling unwilling or hesitant regarding a situation or topic. — "He is reluctant about making any major decisions right now."
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