hesitant
Translation
hesitant, uncertain, reluctant
Examples
He was hesitant about signing the contract.
He was hesitant about signing the contract.
She gave a hesitant smile.
She gave a hesitant smile.
Grammar Patterns
((to be)) hesitant ((about sth./-ing)) to be uncertain about doing sth. He was hesitant about signing the contract.
a hesitant ((noun)) a (noun) done with hesitation She gave a hesitant smile.
Similar Words
Synonyms: uncertain, unsure, reluctant; Antonyms: confident, decisive
Etymology
From Latin 'haesitare' (to stick fast, be undecided). It's the adjective form of the verb 'hesitate'.
Memory Tips
Someone who 'hesitates' is 'hesitant'. The '-ant' suffix often forms adjectives.