adj
hesitating
HEH-zih-tay-tihng
adj
1
Pausing or acting slowly because of uncertainty or reluctance.
"He gave a hesitating nod, clearly not fully convinced."
How to Use Hesitating
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishShowing hesitation — slow, uncertain, or reluctant in manner.
Word Forms
hesitatings plural
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