Hesitantly

/ˈhɛzɪtɛntli/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

In a tentative or uncertain manner; with hesitation.

She hesitantly accepted the job offer, unsure if it was the right choice.

With pauses or delays, as if one is uncertain or unsure.

He spoke hesitantly, as if he were unsure of what to say next.

In a way that shows reluctance or doubt.

They moved hesitantly toward the edge of the cliff, afraid of the height.

With an air of indecision or uncertainty.

The student raised her hand hesitantly, not wanting to draw attention to herself.

From the verb 'hesitate' with the suffix '-ly' forming adverb.

Hesitant to commit

Unsure about making a decision or committing to something.

Speak hesitantly

To talk in a way that shows uncertainty or doubt.

hesitate

To pause before saying or doing something, often due to uncertainty.

hesitation

The action of pausing before making a decision.

Waffling

Stop waffling and just make a decision already!

On the fence

I’m still on the fence about whether to go to the party.