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hesitant

UK //ˈhez.ɪ.tənt//US //ˈhez.ə.t̬ənt//

词源

源自拉丁语 'haesitare',意为‘犹豫’或‘停顿’,通过法语 'hésiter' 进入英语。

adjective

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。)

同义词:uncertain, doubtful, reluctant

常见短语

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。)