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Term: Reluctlant

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1:

disinclined or unwilling to do something

Example Sentence:

She was reluctant to join the committee without fully understanding the responsibilities it entailed.

Sense 2:

showing hesitation or doubt

Example Sentence:

The reluctant smile on his face suggested that he was uncertain about his decision.

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sense 1:

in a reluctant manner

Example Sentence:

He reluctantly agreed to accompany his friend to the party.