# wobblily

**Pronunciation:** ˈwɒblɪli · WOB-li-lee

**Part of speech:** adverb

## Meaning

In a manner that is unsteady, shaky, or lacking balance.

## Examples

- The old table stood wobblily on the uneven floorboards.
- After the long flight, she walked wobblily toward the baggage claim.
- The bicycle wheel spun wobblily after hitting the curb.

## Synonyms

- shakily — General term for moving or acting without steadiness.
- unsteadily — Slightly more formal than shakily; implies a lack of firm support.
- precariously — Suggests a dangerous lack of stability or risk of falling.

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