Pronunciation: /ˈhɛzɪtənt/
adjective reluctant or unwilling to act
A1 She was hesitant to try the new food.
A2 He seemed hesitant about joining the dance class.
B1 The student was hesitant to ask a question in class.
B2 The CEO was hesitant to make a decision without more information.
C1 The politician was hesitant to take a stance on the controversial issue.
C2 The artist was hesitant to showcase their latest work to the public.
adverb in a hesitant manner
A1 She was hesitant to try the new food.
A2 He looked hesitant when asked to speak in front of the class.
B1 The team was hesitant to make a decision without more information.
B2 The CEO was hesitant to approve the budget proposal without further analysis.
C1 The scientist was hesitant to publish the results until they had been thoroughly reviewed.
C2 The politician was hesitant to take a stance on the controversial issue.
formal She was hesitant to make a decision without consulting the rest of the team.
informal He seemed a bit hesitant about trying the new restaurant in town.
slang I could tell she was feeling hesitant about going to the party.
figurative The artist was hesitant to reveal his latest masterpiece to the public.
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