Hesitation

Meaning

the action of pausing or delaying; uncertainty or unwillingness to act

the act of pausing or being uncertain before doing something

Example Sentences

After a moment of hesitation, she decided to accept the challenging job offer from the company.

After a moment’s hesitation, he answered the question.

Example Expressions

without hesitation

Synonyms

doubt, uncertainty, pause, indecision, reluctance

Entry 1

doubt, uncertainty, pause, indecision

Entry 2

pause, reluctance, uncertainty, doubt

Antonyms

certainty, confidence, decisiveness, determination

Entry 1

certainty, confidence, decisiveness, determination

Entry 2

certainty, confidence, decisiveness

Collocations

without hesitation, moment of hesitation, show hesitation, slight hesitation, hesitation in voice, hesitation before action

Entry 1

without hesitation, moment of hesitation, show hesitation

Entry 2

moment of hesitation, slight hesitation, hesitation in voice, hesitation before action