Hesitance
noun
A state of indecision or uncertainty.
Her hesitance to speak in front of the crowd was noticeable.
Usage tips
Neutral
express hesitance,show hesitance,overcome hesitance
noun
The lack of willingness to act or decide.
Due to his hesitance, the team missed a great opportunity.
Usage tips
Neutral
make a decision despite hesitance,act with hesitance,hesitance in judgment
noun
A state of indecision or uncertainty.
Her hesitance to speak in front of the crowd was noticeable.
Usage tips
Neutral
express hesitance,show hesitance,overcome hesitance
noun
The lack of willingness to act or decide.
Due to his hesitance, the team missed a great opportunity.
Usage tips
Neutral
make a decision despite hesitance,act with hesitance,hesitance in judgment
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Emotion
Expressing hesitance can reveal vulnerability.
In interviews, show confidence instead of hesitance.
Pro Tip 2/3Context
Use hesitance when discussing fears or challenges.
When explaining decisions, highlight any hesitance.
Pro Tip 3/3Common Mistakes
Don't confuse hesitance with confidence; they are opposites.
Hesitance often reflects a deeper anxiety.
Pro Tip 1/3Emotion
Expressing hesitance can reveal vulnerability.
In interviews, show confidence instead of hesitance.
Pro Tip 2/3Context
Use hesitance when discussing fears or challenges.
When explaining decisions, highlight any hesitance.
Pro Tip 3/3Common Mistakes
Don't confuse hesitance with confidence; they are opposites.
Hesitance often reflects a deeper anxiety.
Pro Tip 1/3Emotion
Expressing hesitance can reveal vulnerability.
In interviews, show confidence instead of hesitance.
Pro Tip 2/3Context
Use hesitance when discussing fears or challenges.
When explaining decisions, highlight any hesitance.
Pro Tip 3/3Common Mistakes
Don't confuse hesitance with confidence; they are opposites.
Hesitance often reflects a deeper anxiety.
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