loath
/ləʊθ/ · /loʊθ/
CEFR level C2Topic EmotionWord #7095 in the learning path
不情愿的；不愿意的
Definitions
adj. Unwilling to do something.
不情愿的；不愿意的
Example
I was loath to leave the warm kitchen.
我舍不得离开温暖的厨房。
Many residents are loath to support redevelopment projects that could destroy the character of their neighbourhoods.
许多居民不愿支持可能破坏社区特色的重建项目。
Collocations
- be loath to admit
- be loath to leave
- be loath to accept
Synonyms
- reluctant
- unwilling
Antonyms
- willing
- eager
Usage tip
常用be loath to do；勿混淆动词loathe（厌恶）。
FAQ
- What does loath mean?
- Unwilling to do something.
- How is loath pronounced?
- UK /ləʊθ/, US /loʊθ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
