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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    uncertain unsure indecisive doubtful tentative cautious wary reluctant lukewarm halfhearted ambivalent equivocal vacillating wavering irresolute indecisive diffident timid faint weak unconfident unenthusiastic apathetic uncommitted noncommittal reticent reserved hesitant faltering stumbling stammering stuttering slow sluggish languid lethargic inert passive unresponsive unreactive

    Meaning of Hesitant

    The primary meaning of the word "Hesitant" is feeling uncertain or undecided about something.

    Definitions

    • Feeling undecided or uncertain about something
    • Pausing or waiting before acting or speaking, often due to uncertainty or fear
    • Lacking confidence or enthusiasm, often resulting in indecisiveness

    Etymology of Hesitant

    The word "Hesitant" originates from the Latin word "haesitare," which means "to stick or stumble"
    Historically, the word has been used to describe a state of uncertainty or indecisiveness, often resulting in a pause or delay in action or speech

    Example Uses

    • She was hesitant to accept the job offer due to the low salary.
    • He was hesitant to speak up in class, fearing ridicule from his peers.
    • The company was hesitant to invest in the new project, citing concerns about its viability.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    decisive confident enthusiastic eager willing bold fearless resolute determined unwavering unhesitant firm steadfast unshakeable confident assured self-assured assertive aggressive forceful pushy impulsive spontaneous rash impetuous headstrong wilful

    Related Nouns

    uncertainty indecision doubt fear caution reluctance lukewarmness ambivalence equivocation vacillation irresolution diffidence timidity faintness weakness unconfidence unenthusiasm apathy uncommitment noncommittalness reticence reserve hesitation faltering stumbling stammering stuttering

    Related Verbs

    hesitate pause wait falter stumble stammer stutter slow slacken languish flag waver vacillate equivocate ambulate doubt fear caution relent lukewarm ambivalate irresolute diffident timid faint weak unconfident unenthusiastic apathetic

    Related Adjectives

    uncertain unsure indecisive doubtful tentative cautious wary reluctant lukewarm halfhearted ambivalent equivocal vacillating wavering irresolute indecisive diffident timid faint weak unconfident unenthusiastic apathetic uncommitted noncommittal reticent reserved hesitant faltering stumbling stammering stuttering