When you’re feeling hesitant, you aren’t sure what to do, so instead of taking action you wait a little, biding your time until you figure out what option is best.
Not prompt in deciding or acting; hesitating.
Adjective S.
acting with uncertainty or hesitance or lack of confidence; "a groping effort to understand"
Adjective S.
lacking decisiveness of character; unable to act or decide quickly or firmly; "stood irresolute waiting for some inspiration"
a.
Not prompt in deciding or acting; hesitating.
a.
Unready in speech.
Hesitant
Not prompt in deciding or acting; hesitating.
Usage Examples
It's funny, though, because when I first started going to races after we met, I was extremely nervous. It's like being backstage and hoping you don't trip over something or break an amp or accidentally speak into a live microphone, so I was really hesitant.
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Other Usage ExamplesIn theater or movies you see either 'I'm religious' or 'I'm an atheist.' I've never seen too much discussion of 'I believe there's a higher power but I'm hesitant to reach out to him because I don't know if I'm worthy of his attention.'