Hesitant and Vigilant

Hesitant

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

Vigilant and hesitant are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Vigilant" instead an adjective "Hesitant".

Vigilant

Vigilant adjective - Paying close attention usually for the purpose of anticipating approaching danger or opportunity.

Hesitant and vigilant are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Hesitant" instead an adjective "Vigilant".

Nearby Words: vigilantly, vigilance, vigil, vigilante
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