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Loth - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Loth means unwilling or reluctant to do something. It is often used to describe a person’s hesitation or strong dislike toward an action, as in She was loth to leave early.

loth

/**loʊθ**/ /**ləʊθ**/

Definition:

Unwilling or reluctant to do something.

Synonyms:

reluctant, unwilling, disinclined, hesitant

Part of Speech:

adjective

Antonyms:

eager, willing, keen

Common Collocations:

loth to admit, loth to leave, loth to agree

Derivatives:

loathness, loathly (archaic)

Usage Tips:

Use "loth" (or "loath") before an infinitive verb to express reluctance (e.g., "She was loth to go").

Common Phrases:

nothing loth, loth as a cat to wet its feet

Etymology:

From Old English *lāth*, meaning hostile or hateful; related to German *leid* (sorrow).

Examples:

  • 1. She was loth to admit her mistake.
  • 2. He seemed loth to leave the party early.
  • 3. They were loth to accept the harsh truth.
  • 4. The child was loth to try new foods.

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