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源自拉丁语 'haesitare',意为‘犹豫’或‘停顿’,通过法语 'hésiter' 进入英语。
❶ 形容人因为不确定或害怕而犹豫不决,表现出不愿立即行动或做决定的状态。
“She was hesitant to accept the job offer because of the long commute.”
(由于通勤时间太长,她对是否接受这份工作犹豫不决。)
“He gave a hesitant answer when asked about his future plans.”
(当被问及未来计划时,他给出了一个犹豫的回答。)
hesitant to — 表示对做某事感到犹豫或不愿意,通常因为担心或不确定后果。
“Many people are hesitant to speak in public due to fear of embarrassment.”
(许多人因为害怕尴尬而犹豫在公众场合发言。)