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Her hesitancy faded after the first practice round.
What does Hesitancy mean?
Hesitancy means uncertainty before acting.
Dictionary definition
Hesitancy is the state of being unsure or slow to act because of doubt.
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The teacher noticed hesitancy before the group answered.
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Hesitancy can be reduced when people understand the steps clearly.
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What does hesitancy mean?
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Which word is closest in meaning to hesitancy?
Uncertainty is close in meaning to hesitancy.
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Which word is most opposite in meaning to hesitancy?
Confidence contrasts with hesitancy.
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Hesitancy
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hez · ih · tun · see · strongest beat: hez
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WordHesitancy.
Partnoun.
MeaningHesitancy means uncertainty before acting.
ExampleExample: Her hesitancy faded after the first practice round.
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- Syllables
- hez · ih · tun · see
- Strongest beat
- hez
- Ending
- see
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on hez.
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Synonyms
Words like Hesitancy
uncertaintyA feeling of not being sure.
doubtA feeling that something may not be right or clear.
reluctanceNot being fully willing or ready.
Antonyms
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confidenceA feeling of being sure and ready.
certaintyA clear feeling of being sure.
eagernessA strong readiness to begin.
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