Reluctance Synonyms

rĭ-lŭktəns
The state of not being disposed or inclined
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. averseness
  2. disinclination
  3. indisposition
  4. unwillingness
A certain degree of unwillingness
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. disinclination
  2. hesitation
  3. qualm
  4. hesitancy
  5. indisposition

Words Related to Reluctance

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Reluctance Sentence Examples

  • With some reluctance, mostly from Martha this time, we agreed.

  • He tossed in a hint of reluctance, just for good measure.

  • There was evidence of her reluctance to discuss some element of the accident.

  • Burgess spoke in a low tone but showed no reluctance to talk.

  • We need to overcome this reluctance to talk openly.

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