Falter has 7 different meanings across 2 categories:
Noun
· Verb
Noun
1
the act of pausing uncertainly
"there was a hesitation in his speech"
Verb
1
be unsure or weak
"Their enthusiasm is faltering"
2
move hesitatingly, as if about to give way
3
walk unsteadily
"The drunk man stumbled about"
4
speak haltingly
"The speaker faltered when he saw his opponent enter the room"
5
To waver or be unsteady; to weaken or trail off.
Example Sentences
"there was a hesitation in his speech"
noun
"Their enthusiasm is faltering"
verb
"The drunk man stumbled about"
verb
"The speaker faltered when he saw his opponent enter the room"
verb
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