Reluctant Definition
reluctant
- adjective
- unwillingness to do something contrary to your custom; "a reluctant smile"; "loath to admit a mistake"
- disinclined to become involved; "they were usually reluctant to socialize"; "reluctant to help"
- not eager; "foreigners stubbornly reluctant to accept our ways"; "fresh from college and reluctant for the moment to marry him"
"Reluctant" in song lyrics
See how reluctant is used in real songs:
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"Canopy draped beautiful messiah reluctant"
Aesop Rock — Same Space -
"If affection was a drug I'd be starchasing on acid, I still play it like I'm reluctant"
Anubis5 — There Ain't No Tax On Attraction -
"Cats were reluctant"
Erick Onassis f/ Ja Rule — Get Da Money
Words that rhyme with reluctant
Usage tips for "reluctant"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "reluctant" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for reluctant to find words that pair well.