Question

Select the most appropriate synonym for the word given below:
Reluctant

• A. Ready
• B. Willing
• C. Hesitant
• D. Inclined

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

Hesitant

'Reluctant' is an adjective which means 'Resistant' Unsure, Hesitant or Insecure'. Option C - 'Hesitant' is an adjective which means 'Unsure, Not confident or Doubtful', which is similar to the meaning of the given word 'Reluctant'.

On the other hand, Option A - 'Ready' is an adjective which means 'Prepared, Organized or Equipped', Option B - 'Willing' is an adjective which means 'Prepared, Compliant or Ready', and Option D - 'Inclined' is a verb which means 'to be ready, willing or minded towards something', none of which convey similar meaning as of the given word.

Therefore, the most appropriate synonym of the given word 'Reluctant' is Option C - 'Hesitant'.