To stop short and refuse to proceed.

To show reluctance or unwillingness.

अनिच्छा दिखाना

English Usage: He balked at the idea of working late.

Hindi Usage: उसने देर तक काम करने के विचार पर अनिच्छा दिखाई।

An act of refusing to proceed or refusing to act in accordance with someone's wishes.

इनकार करना

English Usage: His balk at taking on the project surprised everyone.

Hindi Usage: उसका परियोजना को स्वीकार करने से इनकार करना सभी को चौंका दिया।