hesitant
/ˈhezɪtənt/
CEFR level B2Topic EmotionWord #4380 in the learning path
犹豫的；迟疑的
Definitions
adj. slow to act or speak because you feel uncertain
犹豫的；迟疑的
Example
She looked hesitant before stepping onto the narrow bridge.
踏上那座窄桥前，她显得有些犹豫。
Some older consumers remain hesitant to use online banking because they worry about financial security.
一些年长消费者仍不愿贸然使用网上银行，因为他们担心资金安全。
Collocations
- hesitant to agree
- hesitant about change
- a hesitant smile
Word family
- hesitate (v.)
- hesitation (n.)
- hesitantly (adv.)
Synonyms
- uncertain
- unsure
Antonyms
- confident
- decisive
Usage tip
常用 hesitant to do 或 hesitant about sth。
FAQ
- What does hesitant mean?
- slow to act or speak because you feel uncertain
- How is hesitant pronounced?
- UK /ˈhezɪtənt/, US /ˈhezɪtənt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
