Hesitate
Verb
UK
/Ëhez.ÉȘ.teÉȘt/
US
/Ëhez.É.teÉȘt/
Definition
To stop or pause before doing something.
Example
"Donât hesitate to ask for help."
"He never hesitates to stand up for what is right."
"The student hesitated before speaking, afraid she might say something wrong."
Explanation
To hesitate means to stop or pause for a moment before doing or saying something, usually because you feel unsure or nervous. For example, she hesitated before answering the teacherâs question. People hesitate when they donât know what to do, feel shy, or are afraid of making a mistake. For example, he didnât hesitate to help his friend means he helped right away, without delay.