Hesitant and Pious

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Hesitant adjective - Slow to begin or proceed with a course of action because of doubts or uncertainty.

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Pious is an antonym for hesitant.

Pious adjective - Firm in one's allegiance to someone or something.

Usage example: a pious supporter of his school's athletic teams, during winning and losing seasons alike

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Hesitant is an antonym for pious.

Nearby Words: piety, piousness, piously

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