hesitating

Meanings

• verb (intransitive)

  Showing reluctance or uncertainty in making a decision or taking action.

  - "He hesitated before making the final decision."
  - "She hesitated to speak up in the meeting."

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Synonyms

balbucinate , balbutiate , falter , haw , hem , stammer , stutter , demur , falter , mammer , scruple , waver , falter

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with hesitating
contemplating , determining , relating , collating

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Variants

List of all variants of hesitating that leads to same result
hesitate , hesitated , hesitater , hesitaters , hesitates , hesitating , hesitatingly

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Forms

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hesitates, hesitatingly, hesitates'd

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Etymology

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From the Old French word 'hesiter', meaning 'to waver' or 'to delay'.

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Trivia

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1. Did you know that hesitation can be a valuable asset in certain situations? For example, hesitation can allow you to gather more information before making a decision, or it can give you time to consider the potential consequences of your actions.

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Related Concepts

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1. procrastination: Procrastination is the act of delaying or postponing an action despite the fact that one knows it should be done. Hesitation and procrastination are related concepts, as hesitation can be a cause of procrastination.

2. decision-making: Decision-making is the process of choosing among multiple options. Hesitation can be a natural part of the decision-making process, particularly when the stakes are high.

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Culture

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In literature, hesitation is often used to build suspense and tension, particularly in dramatic situations where a character must make an important decision. It can also be used metaphorically to describe a lack of confidence or indecisiveness in general.

How to Memorize "hesitating"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person standing at a crossroads, with one path representing a decision they want to make, and the other path representing the uncertainty or hesitation that is preventing them from making that decision.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'hesitation' with the idea of a pause button. Just as a pause button allows you to stop and consider your options before continuing, hesitation allows you to pause and consider your decisions before taking action.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the acronym H.E.S.I.T.A.T.E.: Hesitation Enables Success In Taking Action Thoughtfully and Effectively.

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