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Meaning of hesitation in English

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˌhɛzəˈteɪʃ(ə)n/

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  1. Noun

    hesitation

    Etymology

    early 17th century: from Latin haesitatio(n)-, from haesitare (see hesitate)

    Definitions

    1. indecision in speech or action
  2. 2. a certain degree of unwillingness

    Examples

    • « a reluctance to commit himself »
    • « after some hesitation he agreed »
  3. 3. the act of pausing uncertainly

    Examples

    • « there was a hesitation in his speech »

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