noun as in strong fondness

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hesitancy, doubt, reluctance, reticence

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Example Sentences

Example:His hesitancy about the proposal caused a delay in the project.

Definition:The feeling of doubt or fear that causes you to hesitate about doing something.

From hesitancy

Example:The team expressed doubt about the feasibility of the project.

Definition:A state of uncertainty or indecision about something.

From doubt

Example:She felt a strong reluctance to make the difficult decision.

Definition:A feeling of unwillingness or reluctance to do something.

From reluctance

Example:His reticence made it harder to convince him to take the next step.

Definition:A reluctance to speak or act reluctantly.

From reticence