Hesitancy

Pronunciation: /ˈhɛzɪtənsiː/

Hesitancy (noun)

  1. A feeling of not being ready to do something, so you pause or slow down before you act.
  2. The way someone speaks or answers with doubt, taking time to choose words or decide what to say.
  3. A state of uncertainty that makes a person less sure about choices, plans, or actions.

Examples

  • Her hesitancy slowed the start of the project.
  • The team noticed hesitancy before every decision.