Synonyms for Hesitate
Definition of hesitate
- verb
- pause or hold back in uncertainty or unwillingness; "Authorities hesitate to quote exact figures"
- interrupt temporarily an activity before continuing; "The speaker paused"
3 synonyms found
Writing tips for "hesitate"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like pause, waver, swiver can replace "hesitate" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
"Hesitate" in song lyrics
See how hesitate is used in real songs:
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"Let me skeet, don't hesitate"
2 Live Crew — Skeeta Man -
"Creators and devastators, you know we'll never hesitate"
Akrobatik f/ Mr. Lif — Beast Mode -
"Many get hit, they draw and hesitate"
Alchemist f/ Dilated Peoples — For the Record