a measure of the resistance of a closed magnetic circuit to a magnetic flux, equal to the ratio of the magnetomotive force to the magnetic flux
reluctance in American English
(rɪˈlʌktəns)
noun
1.
the fact or state of being reluctant; unwillingness
2. Rare
opposition; revolt
3. Electricity
the resistance offered to magnetic flux by a magnetic circuit, equal to the magnetomotive force dividedby the magnetic flux: similar to the resistance in an electric circuit
Also ; Rare reˈluctancy
reluctance in Electrical Engineering
(rɪlʌktəns)
noun
(Electrical engineering: Circuits, Electrical power, Computing and control)
The reluctance of a magnetic material is its ability to oppose the flow of magnetic flux.
The magnetic flux created by the field windings follows the path of least magneticreluctance.
An excessive current may be due to a partial short circuit between one or more turnsin the winding or it may be due to some defects in the magnetic circuit which alterthe reluctance of the core.
The reluctance of a magnetic material is its ability to oppose the flow of magnetic flux.
Examples of 'reluctance' in a sentence
reluctance
This discerning reluctance shows impressive discipline.
Times, Sunday Times (2017)
They also showed great reluctance to supply venture capital to entrepreneurial companies.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
Perhaps the biggest barrier is the apparent reluctance to sell of one of the main shareholders.
Times, Sunday Times (2015)
Was that a reluctance to show off?
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
This weakness is partly explained by a reluctance to buy.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
After this initial reluctance he gradually began using the cards and now writes notes regularly.
Christianity Today (2000)
There has been a great reluctance to change the existing mode of seeking donation.
Times, Sunday Times (2011)
Consumers showed no reluctance to voice their complaints.
The Times Literary Supplement (2010)
But he was careful not to show his reluctance to do so.
Christopher Hibbert DISRAELI: A Personal History (2004)
The vast majority of those who consult divorce lawyers do so with great reluctance and much trepidation and sadness.
Times, Sunday Times (2008)
Now discredited owing to regulators' reluctance to consider extreme enough outcomes.
Times, Sunday Times (2011)
With great reluctance, if at all.
Times, Sunday Times (2011)
It has shown reluctance so far to engage with InBev directly.
Times, Sunday Times (2008)
What is genuinely shocking in the programme is the apparent reluctance of some of the doctors and nurses to address the issue of cleanliness.
Times, Sunday Times (2006)
They did, despite initial reluctance.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
And it is with extreme reluctance that I broach the subject of unwanted hair.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
In a country whose history is so littered with real conspiracies, it is second nature to accept anything at face value with extreme reluctance.
Jonathan Gregson BLOOD AGAINST THE SNOWS: The Tragic Story of Nepal's Royal Dynasty (2002)
While there is initial reluctance, after a while pupils tell their teachers it's their favourite day of the week.
The Sun (2015)
Perhaps she has been saddled with debts from a previous partner (which might explain her reluctance to share financial matters).
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
I did not know that to be a fact, but it seemed a reasonable explanation of their apparent reluctance so far in coming out to attack us.
Admiral Sandy Woodward, With Patrick Robinson ONE HUNDRED DAYS (2003)
Synonyms of 'reluctance'
unwillingness, dislike, loathing, distaste
More Synonyms of reluctance
Chinese translation of 'reluctance'
reluctance
(rɪˈlʌktəns)
n(u)
不情愿(願) (bù qíngyuàn)
Nearby words of
reluctance
relinquish
relish
relocate
reluctance
reluctant
reluctantly
rely on
(noun)
Definition
unwillingness to do something
a reluctance to give official approval to the idea
Synonyms
unwillingness
their unwillingness to accept responsibility for mistakes
dislike
The two women viewed each other with dislike and suspicion.
loathing
She looked at him with loathing.
distaste
He looked at her with distaste.
aversion
Many people have an aversion to insects.
backwardness
hesitancy
disinclination
They are showing a disinclination to pursue these opportunities.
repugnance
She felt a deep sense of repugnance.
indisposition
disrelish
Additional synonyms
in the sense of aversion
Definition
extreme dislike or disinclination
Many people have an aversion to insects.
Synonyms
hatred,
hate,
horror,
disgust,
hostility,
opposition,
dislike,
reluctance,
loathing,
distaste,
animosity,
revulsion,
antipathy,
repulsion,
abhorrence,
disinclination,
repugnance,
odium (formal),
detestation,
indisposition,
unwillingness
in the sense of backwardness
Synonyms
shyness,
restraint,
reluctance,
unwillingness,
reticence,
hesitancy,
diffidence,
sluggishness,
tardiness,
bashfulness,
dilatoriness
in the sense of disinclination
They are showing a disinclination to pursue these opportunities.
Synonyms
reluctance,
aversion,
unwillingness,
opposition,
resistance,
dislike,
objection,
antipathy,
demur,
lack of enthusiasm,
repugnance,
lack of desire,
hesitance,
loathness
Nearby words of
reluctance
relinquish
relish
relocate
reluctance
reluctant
rely on
remain
Synonyms of 'reluctance'
reluctance
Explore 'reluctance' in the dictionary
Additional synonyms
in the sense of dislike
Definition
a feeling of not liking something or someone
The two women viewed each other with dislike and suspicion.