Synonym selection (vocabulary – meaning of “hesitated”): Choose the word that best expresses the meaning. Target word: HESITATED Instruction: Select the closest synonym capturing a pause through uncertainty or indecision.

Given data

• Target form: hesitated (past tense).

Meaning and usage
Hesitate means to pause or delay action due to uncertainty, doubt, or reluctance.

Option analysis
Wavered — to be indecisive or pause between choices; best synonym. ✅Advanced — moved forward; opposite direction of pausing. ❌Decided — indicates determination rather than doubt. ❌Hurried — moved quickly; not a pause. ❌

Example
She hesitated before speaking → She wavered before speaking.

Final Answer
Wavered