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Reluctance
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Reluctance
noun
/rɪˈlʌk.təns/
Meaning
unwillingness to do something; hesitation
unwillingness or hesitation to do something
Example Sentences
He showed
reluctance
to accept the job offer.
His
reluctance
to speak made the meeting awkward.
Example Expressions
with reluctance
Synonyms
unwillingness, hesitation, resistance, disinclination
Entry 1
unwillingness, hesitation, resistance, disinclination
Entry 2
hesitation, unwillingness, disinclination, resistance
Antonyms
eagerness, willingness, enthusiasm, readiness
Entry 1
eagerness, willingness, enthusiasm, readiness
Entry 2
willingness, eagerness, readiness
Collocations
show reluctance, great reluctance, initial reluctance, overcome reluctance, express reluctance, reluctance to act, with reluctance
Entry 1
show reluctance, great reluctance, initial reluctance, overcome reluctance
Entry 2
show reluctance, express reluctance, reluctance to act, with reluctance
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