hesitate
//ˈhɛzɪteɪt//
Verb
hesitateInfinitive
hesitatePresent tense
hesitatedPast tense
hesitatedPast participle
hesitatingPresent participle
hesitatesThird-person singular
1
To pause or hold back in uncertainty or unwillingness before doing something.
She hesitated before answering the difficult question.
2
To be reluctant or unwilling to do something.
Don't hesitate to ask for help if you need it.
3
To stammer or falter in speech.
She hesitated when asked about her plans.