reluct

/ˈrɛltk/ or /ˈrɛlʌkt/

Definitions

1. verb

to feel or show reluctance or unwillingness

“She was reluctant to give up her weekend plans.”

2. noun

a feeling of unwillingness or hesitation

“Her reluctance to try new foods was well known.”

Synonyms

  • hesitancy
  • hesitate

Antonyms

  • eagerness
  • enthusiasm