hesitant
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Adj — Slow to act or decide because of uncertainty, nervousness, or reluctance.
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How to use hesitant
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Etymology
Borrowed from Latin haesitans, the present participle of haesitare ("to hesitate, to stick fast").
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What does “hesitant” mean?
The word “hesitant” means slow to act or decide because of uncertainty, nervousness, or reluctance. In plain terms, reluctant or unsure, and therefore slow to act or commit.
How do you pronounce “hesitant”?
“Hesitant” is pronounced HEH-zih-tuhnt (/ˈhɛzɪtənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “hesitant” in a sentence?
Here is “hesitant” used in a sentence: “He was hesitant to sign the contract without reading it twice.”
What part of speech is “hesitant”?
“Hesitant” is an adjective.
Where does the word “hesitant” come from?
The word “hesitant” comes from Latin. Borrowed from Latin haesitans, the present participle of haesitare ("to hesitate, to stick fast").
Is “hesitant” a common word?
“Hesitant” is an uncommon word in modern English.