falter

noun

  1. 1

    the act of pausing uncertainly

    there was a hesitation in his speech

verb

  1. 1

    speak haltingly

    The speaker faltered when he saw his opponent enter the room

  2. 2

    walk unsteadily

    The drunk man stumbled about

  3. 3

    move hesitatingly, as if about to give way

  4. 4

    be unsure or weak

    Their enthusiasm is faltering

Synonyms

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