stagger
8 synonyms for stagger, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To walk unsteadily, as if about to fall.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. verb
To walk unsteadily, as if about to fall.
“He staggered out of the bar and hailed a taxi.”
How to use stagger
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
staggering amount
stagger the shifts
stagger to one's feet
Etymology
From Old Norse stakra, meaning to push or totter.
Full origin of stagger →Frequently asked questions
What does “stagger” mean?
The word “stagger” means to walk unsteadily, as if about to fall. In plain terms, to walk unsteadily, to shock someone, or to spread things out over time.
How do you pronounce “stagger”?
“Stagger” is pronounced STA-guh (/ˈstæɡɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “stagger” in a sentence?
Here is “stagger” used in a sentence: “He staggered out of the bar and hailed a taxi.”
What part of speech is “stagger”?
Depending on how it is used, “stagger” can be a verb and a noun.
Where does the word “stagger” come from?
The word “stagger” comes from Old Norse. From Old Norse stakra, meaning to push or totter.
How many meanings does “stagger” have?
“Stagger” has 4 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to walk unsteadily, as if about to fall.
