hésitation

Definitions of hésitation
  1. noun
    the quality of being vague and poorly defined
    synonyms: doute, incertitude, indécision
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    type of:
    incertitude
    being unsettled or in doubt or dependent on chance
  2. noun
    indecision in speech or action
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    type of:
    indécision
    doubt concerning two or more possible alternatives or courses of action
  3. noun
    a feeling of diffidence and indecision about doing something
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    embarras, manque d'assurance
    lack of self-confidence
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