hesitation

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/hɛzɪˈteɪʃən/ English

Definitions

noun

An act of hesitating
Doubt; vacillation.“She carried out the order without hesitation.”
A faltering in speech; stammering.

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Synonyms

cunctation hold-up irresolution wavering faltering hesitancy falter vacillation reluctance waver disinclination indisposition perplexity shilly-shallying embarrassment diffidence timidity indecision

Associated

remorse epilogue grenade waltz agrees doubts accepting wounds marks blues invitation

Rhymes

trepidation indignation exhilaration veneration elation condemnation gratification inclination aspiration desolation

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