Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Hesitation.
How to pronounce hesitation:
US
Hesitation - as a noun
A certain degree of unwillingness
Example: "A reluctance to commit himself"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
disinclination17hesitancy17indisposition16reluctance14Hypernyms (Closely Related)
involuntariness18unwillingness17Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The act of pausing uncertainly
Example: "There was a hesitation in his speech"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
falter9faltering13waver11Example Sentences
"I could hear the hesitation in his voice as he answered the question."
"After a moment of hesitation, she decided to go ahead with the plan."
"There was a brief hesitation before he pressed the send button."
"She spoke with hesitation, unsure of how her words would be received."
"His hesitation to commit to the project caused delays."
Word Game Points
Is HESITATION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, hesitation is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
HESITATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is HESITATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, hesitation is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordHESITATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is HESITATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, hesitation is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordHESITATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.
