loth
/ləʊθ/ · /loʊθ/
CEFR level C2Topic EmotionWord #7064 in the learning path
不情愿的；不愿意的
Definitions
adj. Unwilling or reluctant to do something.
不情愿的；不愿意的
Example
I was loth to leave the warm kitchen.
我不愿离开温暖的厨房。
Some residents are loth to support redevelopment because they fear losing their neighbourhood's distinctive character.
一些居民不愿支持重建，因为他们担心失去社区独有的特色。
Collocations
- loth to admit
- loth to leave
- loth to accept
Synonyms
- reluctant
- unwilling
Antonyms
- willing
- eager
Usage tip
loath的较少见变体；常用be loth to do。
FAQ
- What does loth mean?
- Unwilling or reluctant to do something.
- How is loth pronounced?
- UK /ləʊθ/, US /loʊθ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
