falter
Falter (verb) means to lose strength, confidence, or momentum; to hesitate or waver. Example: “Her voice faltered as she read the eulogy.”
How to use falter
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishTo hesitate, weaken, or become unsteady, whether in speech, movement, or confidence.
Word forms
faltered past tense, falters plural, falters singular
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Etymology
From Middle English falteren, of uncertain origin, possibly related to a Norse word meaning "to stagger" or "hesitate."
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What does “falter” mean?
The word “falter” means to lose strength, confidence, or momentum; to hesitate or waver. In plain terms, to hesitate, weaken, or become unsteady, whether in speech, movement, or confidence.
How do you pronounce “falter”?
“Falter” is pronounced FOL-tuh (/ˈfɔltəɹ/ in IPA).
How do you use “falter” in a sentence?
Here is “falter” used in a sentence: “Her voice faltered as she read the eulogy.”
What is another word for “falter”?
Words with a similar meaning to “falter” include flounder.
What part of speech is “falter”?
“Falter” is a verb.
Where does the word “falter” come from?
The word “falter” comes from Middle English. From Middle English falteren, of uncertain origin, possibly related to a Norse word meaning "to stagger" or "hesitate.".
How many meanings does “falter” have?
“Falter” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to lose strength, confidence, or momentum; to hesitate or waver.
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