Word of the DayAugust 21, 2024

cunctation

Definition

to delay doing something, trying to put it off until a later date

Example Usage

there was a noticeable cunctation in his reply as they pondered their leader's request

Synonyms

  • stall
  • hesitation
  • postpone
  • procrastinate
  • pause
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