hesitantly
UK/'hezɪtəntlɪ/US
C2
Definitions
adv.
In an uncertain or reluctant manner.
迟疑地，犹豫地。
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedhesitantstick, cling, adhere
+
-lyto go, to walk
=hesitantly
hesitant + -ly (adv.) = "in a hesitant way." Transparent adverb of hesitant.
Example Sentences
- 1.
She hesitantly raised her hand to ask a question.