noun
- the act of pausing before doing or saying something, often due to uncertainty or doubt
- a feeling of doubt or reluctance about doing something
Examples
- She answered without hesitation when asked about her favorite book.
- There was a moment of hesitation before he knocked on the door.
- His hesitation to speak up cost him the opportunity.
- I could hear the hesitation in her voice during the interview.
- After some hesitation, they decided to move forward with the plan.
- The student’s hesitation suggested she wasn’t sure of the answer.