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reluctant

adjectiveformalcommon/ʁɨluˈtɐ̃tɨ/re·lu·tan·te

Definition

1

Showing resistance, hesitation, or unwillingness to do something.

Usage examples

The director was reluctant to approve the new budget.
She was reluctant to share her secrets.

Common combinations

show reluctancebe reluctant toaccept reluctantly