hesitatingly
UK/'hezɪteɪtɪŋ/US
C2
Definitions
adv.
In a hesitant, uncertain way; with pauses showing reluctance
犹豫地；迟疑不决地
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedFrom hesitate (← haesitāre, to stick/stall) + -ing + -ly: in a stalling, reluctant manner.
Root her still carries 28 more wordsExample Sentences
- 1.
She hesitatingly raised her hand to ask a question.
- 2.
"Maybe," he said hesitatingly, unsure of the answer.