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HESITANCY

(noun)

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There are 2 meanings of the word Hesitancy.

Hesitancy - as a noun

A feeling of diffidence and indecision about doing something

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hesitance14

A certain degree of unwillingness

Example: "A reluctance to commit himself"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
disinclination17hesitation13indisposition16reluctance14
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
involuntariness18unwillingness17
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"Her hesitancy in making a decision often leads to missed opportunities."
"I sense a lot of hesitancy in his voice when he speaks about his future plans."
"The driver's hesitancy caused a near accident on the road."
"There is a hesitancy among the team members to voice their opinions in meetings."
"John's hesitancy to ask for help resulted in him struggling with the assignment."
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Word Game Points

Is HESITANCY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, hesitancy is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

HESITANCY has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is HESITANCY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, hesitancy is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
HESITANCY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is HESITANCY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, hesitancy is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
HESITANCY has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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