reluctant

US /rɪˈlʌktənt/

UK /rɪˈlʌktənt/

B1

adjective

  • Experiencing or expressing unwillingness to do
  • Said, done, or given unwillingly or hesitantly.
  • Showing doubt or unwillingness.
  • Opposed in mind to doing something.
  • Unwilling and hesitant; disinclined.

Examples

Children are sometimes understandably reluctant to wear glasses that are ugly or uncomfortable.

Students may feel reluctant to ask questions.