Definition of Reluctant
Reluctant
Re·luc·tant


Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
Feeling or showing hesitation or unwillingness to do something.

e.g. She was reluctant to try the new restaurant because of its bad reviews.

(adjective)
assuming or having assumed a role without actually wanting to;

e.g. He became my reluctant mentor, since he was assigned to help and guide me when I first arrived.



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