O OneWordDaily
AI-generated image

hesitate

/hɪˈsɪteɪt/ verb · British & US
Valid in UKValid in US
Share WhatsApp

What does hesitate mean?

verb

to feel uncertain or indecisive about what to do or say, or to delay doing something because of this feeling. to pause or delay in speaking or acting, often because of uncertainty or hesitation.

Example

"She hesitated before answering the question, unsure of what to say."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

Etymologically related

Synonyms for hesitate

Antonyms of hesitate

Rhymes with hesitate