Basic Details
Word: Hesitant
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Unsure or slow to act because of uncertainty.
Synonyms: Uncertain, indecisive, wavering
Antonyms: Confident, decisive, certain
Idioms and Phrases
- Hesitant heart: Refers to someone who finds it hard to make decisions in emotional situations. Example: "With a hesitant heart, she finally decided to share her feelings with him."
- On the fence: Describes someone who is undecided or hesitant about a choice. Example: "He was on the fence about joining the football team, unsure if he had enough time."
Usage Examples
Example 1: She felt hesitant before presenting her project to the class, worrying about how her classmates would react.
Example 2: He was hesitant to jump into the deep end of the pool, afraid he might not swim back up.
Example 3: The child looked hesitant when asked to speak in front of the group, unsure of what to say.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "hesitant" comes from the Latin word "haesitare," which means "to stick" or "to hesitate"? It reflects the feeling of being stuck between choices!
Famous Quote
"The only thing we have to fear is fear itself." Franklin D. Roosevelt
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "hesitant" mean?
a) Very sure and confident
b) Unsure or slow to act
c) Always happy
d) None of the above
Answer: b) Unsure or slow to act
2. Which of these is a synonym of "hesitant"?
a) Certain
b) Indecisive
c) Determined
d) Brave
Answer: b) Indecisive
3. What is an antonym of "hesitant"?
a) Uncertain
b) Wavering
c) Confident
d) Hesitant
Answer: c) Confident
4. Which sentence uses "hesitant" correctly?
a) She was hesitant to try the new food because she didn't know how it would taste.
b) He was hesitant to run super fast in the race.
c) The book was hesitant to be read.
d) Hesitant clouds filled the sky.
Answer: a) She was hesitant to try the new food because she didn't know how it would taste.
5. What does it mean to be "on the fence"?
a) To be very sure about something
b) To be undecided or hesitant
c) To be sitting outside
d) To win a competition
Answer: b) To be undecided or hesitant
