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FALTER

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Falter.

How to pronounce falter:

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Falter - as a noun

The act of pausing uncertainly

Example: "There was a hesitation in his speech"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
falteringhesitationwaver

Falter - as a verb

Be unsure or weak

Example: "Their enthusiasm is faltering"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
waver

Move hesitatingly, as if about to give way

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
waver

Walk unsteadily, tripping repeatedly

Example: "The drunk man stumbled about"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bumblestumble

Speak haltingly

Example: "The speaker faltered when he saw his opponent enter the room"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bumblestammerstutter

Example Sentences

"His voice began to falter as he spoke about his past."
"The economy's growth started to falter as consumer spending declined."
"She tried to walk in high heels, but her steps began to falter."
"The runner faltered for a moment, then regained his pace."
"The politician's confidence faltered during the intense debate."
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Word Game Points

Is FALTER a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, falter is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

FALTER has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is FALTER a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, falter is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
FALTER has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is FALTER a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, falter is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
FALTER has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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