reluctant
Translation
reluctant, unwilling, hesitant
Examples
She was reluctant to admit her mistake.
She was reluctant to admit her mistake.
He is a reluctant hero.
He is a reluctant hero.
Grammar Patterns
to be reluctant ((to-inf)) to be unwilling to do sth. She was reluctant to leave.
a reluctant ((noun)) an unwilling (noun) He was a reluctant participant.
Similar Words
Synonyms: unwilling, hesitant; Antonyms: willing, eager
Etymology
From Latin 're-' (against) + 'luctari' (to struggle), meaning to struggle against something.
Memory Tips
Imagine someone who is 'reluctant' to get out of a comfortable recliner chair.