falter meaning and definition

FALTER noun

Definition of falter (noun)

1. the act of pausing uncertainly
   • "there was a hesitation in his speech"
   • synonyms: faltering, hesitation, waver

FALTER verb

Definition of falter (verb)

1. be unsure or weak
   • "Their enthusiasm is faltering"
   • synonyms: waver
2. move hesitatingly, as if about to give way
   • synonyms: waver
3. walk unsteadily
   • "The drunk man stumbled about"
   • synonyms: bumble, stumble
4. speak haltingly
   • "The speaker faltered when he saw his opponent enter the room"
   • synonyms: bumble, stammer, stutter