Reluctant
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɹɪˈlʌktənt/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Reluctant is an adjective meaning Not wanting to take some action; unwilling to do something.
Meaning
Not wanting to take some action; unwilling to do something.
More Meanings
- (regular expressions) Tending to match as little text as possible.
- (archaic) Contrary; defiant; refractory.
Example Sentences
She was reluctant to lend him the money
Surprisingly, our new dog is a reluctant ball-retriever.
That’s probably because you appear as someone who rarely puts himself forward, and is reluctant to teach the wisdom he has.
They are reluctant to the inclusion of a necessity test, especially of a horizontal nature, and emphasize, instead, the importance of procedural disciplines [...].
Synonyms for reluctant
Depending on context, synonyms include disinclined, loath, grudging, unwilling, loth.
Antonyms for reluctant
Common opposites include greedy.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include loath, disinclined, loth, unwilling, averse, grudging.
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