Hesitance: meaning, definitions and examples

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hesitance

 

[ ˈhɛzɪtəns ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

lack of confidence

Hesitance refers to the state of being uncertain or undecided, often accompanying a lack of confidence in making a decision. It can manifest as a delay in action or speech due to doubts or apprehensions. This emotional or mental pause can significantly impact decision-making processes.

Synonyms

doubt, indecision, uncertainty, vacillation

Examples of usage

  • Her hesitance to speak in public was evident.
  • He showed hesitance before making the final choice.
  • The team's hesitance affected their performance.

Translations

Translations of the word "hesitance" in other languages:

🇵🇹 hesitação

🇮🇳 संकोच

🇩🇪 Zögern

🇮🇩 keragu-raguan

🇺🇦 вагання

🇵🇱 wahanie

🇯🇵 ためらい

🇫🇷 hésitation

🇪🇸 vacilación

🇹🇷 tereddüt

🇰🇷 주犹

🇸🇦 تردد

🇨🇿 váhání

🇸🇰 váhanie

🇨🇳 犹豫

🇸🇮 oklevanje

🇮🇸 hika

🇰🇿 күмән

🇬🇪 შეკავება

🇦🇿 çətinlik

🇲🇽 vacilación

Etymology

The word 'hesitance' originates from the Latin word 'haesitare', meaning 'to stick' or 'to hesitate'. It evolved through the Old French 'hésiter', which referred to being indecisive or wavering. In English, 'hesitance' began to appear in texts in the mid-20th century, emphasizing the concept of uncertainty and a lack of determination when faced with a decision. The word reflects a common human experience, encapsulating the struggle many individuals face when deciding among various options.