stutter
3 synonyms and 1 antonym for stutter, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To speak with involuntary repetitions or pauses on certain sounds.
Synonyms
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. verb
To speak with involuntary repetitions or pauses on certain sounds.
“He stuttered nervously through his wedding speech.”
Opposites
2. noun
A speech pattern marked by such repetitions or pauses.
“She has had a slight stutter since childhood.”
How to use stutter
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
nervous stutter
stutter over words
Etymology
From Middle English stutten, stoten ("to stutter"), related to Dutch stotteren.
Full origin of stutter →Frequently asked questions
What does “stutter” mean?
The word “stutter” means to speak with involuntary repetitions or pauses on certain sounds. In plain terms, to repeat or get stuck on sounds while speaking, or the speech condition itself.
How do you pronounce “stutter”?
“Stutter” is pronounced STUH-tuh (/ˈstʌtɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “stutter” in a sentence?
Here is “stutter” used in a sentence: “He stuttered nervously through his wedding speech.”
What part of speech is “stutter”?
Depending on how it is used, “stutter” can be a verb and a noun.
Where does the word “stutter” come from?
The word “stutter” comes from Middle English. From Middle English stutten, stoten ("to stutter"), related to Dutch stotteren.
How many meanings does “stutter” have?
“Stutter” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to speak with involuntary repetitions or pauses on certain sounds.
