noun
Uncommon
stuttering
Stuttering (noun) means a speech disorder involving involuntary repetitions, prolongations, or blocks in the flow of speech. Example: “Stuttering often becomes more noticeable under stress.”
noun
1
A speech disorder involving involuntary repetitions, prolongations, or blocks in the flow of speech.
"Stuttering often becomes more noticeable under stress."
adj
1
Marked by hesitant, halting speech or motion.
"He gave a stuttering apology and hurried out."
How to use stuttering
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe condition of getting stuck on sounds while speaking, or, more broadly, anything halting and hesitant.
Common pairings
stuttering speech
stuttering start
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Word forms
- Plural
- stutterings
- Comparative
- more stuttering
- Superlative
- most stuttering
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Synonyms
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Related words
Rhymes for stuttering
peering
tapering
lowering
covering
offering
entering
altering
cheering
steering
uttering
ordering
towering
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Frequently asked questions
What does “stuttering” mean?
The word “stuttering” means a speech disorder involving involuntary repetitions, prolongations, or blocks in the flow of speech. In plain terms, the condition of getting stuck on sounds while speaking, or, more broadly, anything halting and hesitant.
How do you use “stuttering” in a sentence?
Here is “stuttering” used in a sentence: “Stuttering often becomes more noticeable under stress.”
What is another word for “stuttering”?
Words with a similar meaning to “stuttering” include stammering.
What part of speech is “stuttering”?
Depending on how it is used, “stuttering” can be a noun and an adjective.
Is “stuttering” a common word?
“Stuttering” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “stuttering” have?
“Stuttering” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a speech disorder involving involuntary repetitions, prolongations, or blocks in the flow of speech.
