reluct Meaning, Definition & Usage

Re*luct" intransitive verb

Etymology

L. reluctari, p. p. reluctatus, to struggle; pref. re- re- + luctari to struggle, fr. lucia a wresting.

Definitions

1. To strive or struggle against anything; to make resistance; to draw back; to feel or show repugnance or reluctance.

   Apt to reluct at the excesses of it [passion]. Walton.