reluctant
adjective as in strong fondness
Word Combinations
Example:He reluctantly agreed to attend the meeting.
Definition:In a manner that expresses unwillingness or hesitation.
Example:She is reluctant to accept the criticism, even if it's constructive.
Definition:Hesitant or unwilling to do something.
Example:There was a clear reluctance among the students to leave the classroom break.
Definition:A feeling of unwillingness or hesitation.
Example:After more convincing, he became less reluctant to join the project.
Definition:More willing or less hesitant to do something.
Example:They were not very reluctant to explore new ideas.
Definition:Somewhat willing but still somewhat hesitant.
Example:He was reasonably reluctant to give up his old methods.
Definition:Moderately hesitant or unwilling.
Example:The students were highly reluctant to change their group compositions for the project.
Definition:Very hesitant or unwilling.
Example:She was very reluctant to agree to the plan.
Definition:Extremely unwilling or hesitant.
Example:Despite encouragement, he became more reluctant to take the offer.
Definition:Even more hesitant or unwilling than before.
Example:He was somewhat reluctant to leave the comfort of his position.
Definition:Half-hearted or hesitant, but not strongly so.
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