falter

🇺🇸 /ˈfɔːltər/ 🇬🇧 /ˈfɔːltə(r)/
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verb
R

to lose strength or effectiveness

The economy shows no signs of faltering.

R

to speak with uncertainty or hesitation

His voice faltered as he began his speech.

R

to walk unsteadily or with hesitation

He never faltered in his commitment to the party.

translation

v. to lose strength or effectiveness; to speak with uncertainty or hesitation; to walk unsteadily or with hesitation

Word Forms

3rd Present falters
Past faltered
Perfect faltered
Progressive faltering