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reluctance
noun re·luc·tance \ri-ˈlək-tən(t)s\
Definition of RELUCTANCE
1
: the quality or state of being reluctant
2
: the opposition offered in a magnetic circuit to magnetic flux; specifically : the ratio of the magnetic potential difference to the corresponding flux
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First Known Use of RELUCTANCE
1629
Related to RELUCTANCE
- Synonyms
- disinclination, hesitance, hesitancy, reticence, unwillingness
- Antonyms
- inclination, willingness
RELUCTANCE Defined for Kids
reluctance
noun re·luc·tance \ri-ˈlək-təns\
Definition of RELUCTANCE for Kids
: the quality or state of showing doubt or unwillingness
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