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RELUCTANT Synonyms

There are 11 synonyms of the word reluctant. (exact relations)
There are 6 hypernyms of the word reluctant. (close relations)
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Best Alternative Words for RELUCTANT

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disinclined
adjectiveadj
adjective

• unwilling because of mild dislike or disapproval

loath
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• unwillingness to do something contrary to your custom

• (usually followed by `to') strongly opposed

unwilling
adjectiveadj
adjective

• not disposed to and refusing to do something

adjective satellite

• in spite of contrary volition

averse
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• (usually followed by `to') strongly opposed

hesitant
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• lacking decisiveness of character; unable to act or decide quickly or firmly

opposed
verb, adjectivev, adj
adjective

• being in opposition or having an opponent

resistant
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• relating to or conferring immunity (to disease or infection)

• able to tolerate environmental conditions or physiological stress

• impervious to being affected

• disposed to or engaged in defiance of established authority

• incapable of absorbing or mixing with

unenthusiastic
adjectiveadj
adjective

• not enthusiastic; lacking excitement or ardor

wary
adjectiveadj
adjective

• marked by keen caution and watchful prudence

adjective satellite

• openly distrustful and unwilling to confide

loth
nounn
adjective satellite

• unwillingness to do something contrary to your custom

• (usually followed by `to') strongly opposed

refractory
adjectiveadj
noun

• lining consisting of material with a high melting point; used to line the inside walls of a furnace

adjective satellite

• not responding to treatment

• temporarily unresponsive or not fully responsive to a process or stimulus

• stubbornly resistant to authority or control

Best Hypernyms For RELUCTANT

Here is a list of related hypernyms for reluctant, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (6)
averse disinclined hesitant loath resistant unwilling

Alternatives for DISINCLINED

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