hesitant
1 synonym and 1 antonym for hesitant, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Slow to act or decide because of uncertainty, nervousness, or reluctance.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use hesitant
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
hesitant to commit
a hesitant response
feel hesitant about
Etymology
Borrowed from Latin haesitans, the present participle of haesitare ("to hesitate, to stick fast").
Full origin of hesitant →Frequently asked questions
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.
