Hesitant

Pronunciation: /ˈhɛzɪtənt/

Hesitant (adj)

  1. Not ready to do something because you feel unsure or worried.
  2. Speaking or answering in a way that shows doubt, with pauses or careful words.
  3. Moving forward in a slow, uncertain way, without clear confidence.

Examples

  • She was hesitant to start, because she felt unsure.
  • I was hesitant to call him, but I finally left a message.

Hesitant (adjective)

Examples

  • She was hesitant to start the project.
  • They felt hesitant before making the call.