Meaning of the word reluctant in English

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reluctant

US /rɪˈlʌk.tənt/
UK /rɪˈlʌk.tənt/
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Adjective

1.

unwilling and hesitant; disinclined

Example:
She was reluctant to admit her mistake.
He gave a reluctant smile.
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