<p><strong>Verb:</strong></p><ul><li>to be reluctant or wait to act because of fear, indecision, or disinclination: She hesitated to take the job.</li><li>to have scruples or doubts; be unwilling: He hesitated to break the law.</li><li>to pause: I hesitated before reciting the next line.</li><li>to falter in speech; stammer: Embarrassment caused the speaker to hesitate.</li></ul>