hesitates Get Printable Handwriting Hear It! Say It! Write It! Learn It! Spelling Test Definition verb. to pause before saying or doing something. Example Sentence He who hesitates is lost is a well known maxim. More Example Sentences He often hesitates when making decisions. Synonyms pauses; wavers; falters Antonyms decides; continues; proceeds Hear It! Say It! Write It! hesitates Switch to cursive Start Share with your friends: