reluctance (Meaning)

Wordnet

reluctance (n)

(physics) opposition to magnetic flux (analogous to electric resistance)

a certain degree of unwillingness

Webster

reluctance (n.)

Alt. of Reluctancy

Magnetic resistance, being equal to the ratio of magnetomotive force to magnetic flux.

reluctance Sentence Examples

  1. The student showed reluctance to participate in the class discussion, preferring to remain silent.
  2. Despite her initial reluctance, she eventually agreed to accept the promotion.
  3. The company faced reluctance from investors to support its latest project.
  4. Her reluctance to ask for help stemmed from a fear of being seen as incompetent.
  5. The animal displayed obvious reluctance to approach the unfamiliar object.
  6. The witness hesitated, expressing reluctance to testify in court.
  7. His reluctance to change his mind made it difficult to reach a compromise.
  8. The politician's reluctance to answer the question raised suspicions about his honesty.
  9. The salesperson encountered considerable reluctance from customers to purchase the new product.
  10. Despite their reluctance, they ultimately agreed to undergo the medical procedure.

FAQs About the word reluctance

(physics) opposition to magnetic flux (analogous to electric resistance), a certain degree of unwillingnessAlt. of Reluctancy, Magnetic resistance, being equal

disinclination, hesitancy, reticence, doubt, hesitation,unwillingness, hesitance, irresolution, uncertainty, vacillation

inclination, inclination,willingness, willingness, assurance, certainty, assurance, conviction, certainty,conviction

The student showed reluctance to participate in the class discussion, preferring to remain silent.

Despite her initial reluctance, she eventually agreed to accept the promotion.

The company faced reluctance from investors to support its latest project.

Her reluctance to ask for help stemmed from a fear of being seen as incompetent.