reluctant
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/rɪˈlʌktənt/
re · luc · tant
rɪ · ˈlʌk · tənt
English Definition
adj. unwilling
Significado en Español
reacio
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
miễn cưỡng
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re(against)+luct(pull)+ant(adj)
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Select the word that is most similar in meaning to “reluctant”: After receiving the job offer, Sarah was ______ to accept it because of the long commute.
A
eager
B
willing
C
hesitant
D
enthusiastic
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C — hesitant.
“reluctant” means adj. unwilling
Common questions about “reluctant”
What does “reluctant” mean?
reluctant — adj. unwilling. In Chinese: 不情愿的.
How do you pronounce “reluctant”?
reluctant is pronounced /rɪˈlʌktənt/. It breaks into 3 syllables: re · luc · tant.
Is “reluctant” an ISEE Lower-level word?
Yes. reluctant appears on the iSEE Vocab Lower list, which covers 615 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “reluctant”?
re(against)+luct(pull)+ant(adj)
