waveringly (C1)
adverb
Pronunciation: /ˈweɪvərɪŋli/
Definition
In an unsteady, hesitant, or indecisive manner, often suggesting a lack of confidence or firmness.
Examples
She spoke waveringly, unsure if her answer was correct.
The old man walked waveringly across the icy path, gripping the railing.
His commitment to the plan was expressed waveringly, indicating his doubts.
How to Use waveringly
- speak waveringly (collocation)
- To speak with an unsure or trembling voice. — "He spoke waveringly, his voice barely audible."
- walk waveringly (collocation)
- To walk in an unsteady or hesitant way. — "The injured bird flew waveringly towards its nest."
- answer waveringly (collocation)
- To give an answer with hesitation or uncertainty. — "She answered waveringly, not fully convinced of her own words."
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