hesitant

Definition

  • adjective: slow to act or speak especially because you are nervous or unsure about what to do
  • adjective: tending to 'hesitate'
  • sometimes followed by 'to + verb'
  • synonyms: afraid, agnostic, ambiguous

Examples

  • He 'hesitantly' asked a stranger for directions.

  • She took a 'hesitant' step back from the door.

  • He seems 'hesitant' about accepting the job.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) What kind of a father are you? You're not behaving like a king anymore. People are already talking about it. You're distracted, you're withdrawn. You seem unsure, and hesitant, when once you were firm, you were strong. Oh... I am filled with doubts. And I've begun to believe (..)
    2017 TvShow: Vikings Title: Revenge Season: 4 Episode 18