reluctant

[ri-luhk-tuhnt] / rɪˈlʌk tənt /

ADJECTIVE

unenthusiastic, unwilling

Synonyms

STRONGEST

afraid averse cautious circumspect hesitant loath shy slow squeamish uncertain wary

WEAK

backward calculating chary demurring diffident discouraged disheartened disinclined grudging hanging back hesitating indisposed involuntary laggard opposed queasy recalcitrant remiss slack tardy uneager

Antonyms

STRONGEST

bold careless certain definite heedless incautious indiscreet rash ready sure uncareful willing

WEAK

anxious eager enthusiastic

Example Sentences

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FLETCHER: At the moment, people with dementia are often understandably reluctant to disclose.

From The Wall Street Journal

Online travel companies are grappling with a tough macroeconomic environment, with would-be holidaymakers reluctant to dip into their pockets due to stubborn inflation and a shaky labor market.

From Barron's

But after interest rates began increasing four years ago, companies became reluctant to lock in those higher borrowing costs for longer periods.

From The Wall Street Journal

"But sponsors are reluctant, because we're not as visible. Unlike wrestlers."

From Barron's

Like other fast-food chains that raised prices to cover rising ingredient costs and the impact of economic disruptions after the pandemic hit, McDonald’s has tried to lure back reluctant consumers with value deals.

From MarketWatch

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