faltering
1 antonym for faltering — opposites grouped by meaning.
Adjective — Weak, hesitant, or unsteady.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. adjective
Weak, hesitant, or unsteady.
“He gave a faltering speech, clearly nervous.”
Opposites
2. noun
Hesitation or unsteadiness.
“There was a slight faltering in her step as she crossed the stage.”
Antonyms
How to use faltering
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
faltering voice
faltering economy
faltering steps
Etymology
From falter plus the suffix -ing.
Full origin of faltering →Frequently asked questions
What does “faltering” mean?
The word “faltering” means weak, hesitant, or unsteady. In plain terms, shaky, hesitant, or lacking confidence.
How do you use “faltering” in a sentence?
Here is “faltering” used in a sentence: “He gave a faltering speech, clearly nervous.”
What part of speech is “faltering”?
Depending on how it is used, “faltering” can be an adjective and a noun.
How many meanings does “faltering” have?
“Faltering” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: weak, hesitant, or unsteady.
