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reluctance

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /rɪˈlʌktəns/

reluctance means: A feeling that you do not want to do something.

noun

UNWILLINGNESSB2

A feeling that you do not want to do something.

  • He agreed with reluctance.
  • Her reluctance to ask for help surprised us.
  • They finally overcame their reluctance and joined the class.

How to use it: reluctance to do something (She showed reluctance to discuss the accident.)

Similar words: unwillingness, hesitation

Opposites: willingness, eagerness

Common phrases: reluctance to agree, show reluctance, with great reluctance

Questions about reluctance

What does reluctance mean?

A feeling that you do not want to do something.

What is reluctance in other languages?

Türkçe: isteksizlik · Español: reticencia · Français: réticence · Deutsch: Widerwillen · Italiano: riluttanza · 日本語: 気乗りしないこと

How do you pronounce reluctance?

It is pronounced /rɪˈlʌktəns/.

How do you use reluctance in a sentence?

He agreed with reluctance. Her reluctance to ask for help surprised us.

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