wobble
5 synonyms for wobble, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To move unsteadily from side to side, rocking rather than moving smoothly.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
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.
How to use wobble
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
wobble on its legs
a slight wobble
wobble back and forth
Etymology
From an earlier form "wabble", probably borrowed from Low German wabbeln, meaning "to wobble".
Full origin of wobble →Frequently asked questions
What does “wobble” mean?
The word “wobble” means to move unsteadily from side to side, rocking rather than moving smoothly. In plain terms, to rock unsteadily from side to side instead of staying still or moving smoothly.
How do you pronounce “wobble”?
“Wobble” is pronounced WOBL (/ˈwɑbl̩/ in IPA).
How do you use “wobble” in a sentence?
Here is “wobble” used in a sentence: “The table wobbles because one leg is shorter than the others.”
What part of speech is “wobble”?
Depending on how it is used, “wobble” can be a verb and a noun.
Where does the word “wobble” come from?
The word “wobble” comes from German. From an earlier form "wabble", probably borrowed from Low German wabbeln, meaning "to wobble".
How many meanings does “wobble” have?
“Wobble” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to move unsteadily from side to side, rocking rather than moving smoothly.
