lacking decisiveness of character; unable to act or decide quickly or firmly; "stood irresolute waiting for some inspiration
If you are hesitant about doing something, you do not do it quickly or immediately, usually because you are uncertain, embarrassed, or worried. She was hesitant about coming forward with her story + hesitancy hesi·tan·cy A trace of hesitancy showed in Dr. Stockton's eyes. = reluctance + hesitantly hesi·tant·ly `Would you do me a favour?' she asked hesitantly. uncertain about what to do or say because you are nervous or unwilling