The word “cunctator” is derived from Latin and means “one who delays” or “a procrastinator.” It refers to someone who postpones or defers action, often used in a context where delay is strategic or deliberate. The term is also historically associated with Quintus Fabius Maximus, a Roman general known for his cautious tactics during the Second Punic War, which earned him the nickname “Cunctator” (the Delayer).
