Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Reluctance.
How to pronounce reluctance:
US
Reluctance - as a noun
(physics) opposition to magnetic flux (analogous to electric resistance)
A certain degree of unwillingness
Example: "A reluctance to commit himself"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
disinclination17hesitancy17hesitation13indisposition16Hypernyms (Closely Related)
involuntariness18unwillingness17Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"He agreed to go on the amusement park ride, despite his reluctance."
"Her reluctance to try new foods made it difficult to find a restaurant."
"The teacher noticed the student's reluctance to participate in class discussions."
"I could sense his reluctance to lend me money."
"She joined the book club with some reluctance, unsure if she would enjoy it."
Word Game Points
Is RELUCTANCE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, reluctance is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
RELUCTANCE has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is RELUCTANCE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, reluctance is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordRELUCTANCE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.
Is RELUCTANCE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, reluctance is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordRELUCTANCE has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.
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