adjective · Easy SAT word

    Hesitant

    uncertain and slow to act

    Hesitant in a sentence

    She was hesitant about taking the new job offer.

    Synonyms for hesitant

    • uncertain
    • reluctant
    • wary

    Antonyms for hesitant

    • confident
    • willing
    • eager

    Practice hesitant on real SAT questions

    Vocabulary like hesitant appears on the Digital SAT in Words-in-Context questions, where you choose the word that fits a passage's meaning and tone. You can also drill this word with vocabulary flashcards.

    Related SAT vocabulary

    SAT® is a trademark registered by the College Board, which is not affiliated with, and does not endorse, this product.