hesitantly — In a manner that shows uncertainty or reluctance before taking action. Done with pauses or delays due to doubt or indecision.
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: In a manner that shows uncertainty or reluctance before taking action. Done with pauses or delays due to doubt or indecision.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈhɛzɪtəntli/
Korean meaning: 망설이며, 주저하며
Korean pronunciation: 헤-지-턴틀-리 (강세: 헤)
Example Sentences
- The cat hesitantly approached the cucumber, thinking it might be a green snake.
- He hesitantly confessed that he had been eating his roommate's ice cream for months.
- She hesitantly knocked on the door, unsure if this was the right address.
hesitantly
ADVERB//ˈhɛzɪtəntli//
In a manner that shows uncertainty or reluctance before taking action. Done with pauses or delays due to doubt or indecision.
In a manner that shows uncertainty or reluctance before taking action. Done with pauses or delays due to doubt or indecision.
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She moves hesitantly, then dances elegantly!
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Origin
From Latin 'haesitare' meaning 'to stick fast, to hesitate.' The original image was of feet sticking to the ground, unable to move forward.
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“The cat hesitantly approached the cucumber, thinking it might be a green snake.”
“He hesitantly confessed that he had been eating his roommate's ice cream for months.”
“She hesitantly knocked on the door, unsure if this was the right address.”
“The student hesitantly raised his hand to ask if the exam was open book.”
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