reluctate

/rɛlʌkˈteɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to feel or show reluctance; to be unwilling or hesitant

“She reluctantated to accept the offer, but eventually agreed.”

2. verb

to give in to reluctance or unwillingness

“He reluctantated to go to the party, but his friends convinced him.”

3. noun

the state or feeling of reluctance

“Her reluctanceate nature made it hard for her to make decisions.”

4. noun

an instance of reluctance

“He showed a reluctanceate towards the new policy.”

Synonyms

  • dawdle
  • hesitate
  • procrastinate

Antonyms

  • eager
  • enthrall
  • enthusiastic