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FALTERED

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Faltered.

Faltered - as a noun

The act of pausing uncertainly

Example: "There was a hesitation in his speech"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
falteringhesitationwaver

Faltered - 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

"She faltered on the last note of the song."
"His voice faltered as he spoke about his fear."
"The runner faltered just before the finish line."
"She faltered in her decision to quit her job."
"The team faltered and lost their lead."
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Word Game Points

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

FALTERED has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is FALTERED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, faltered is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
FALTERED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is FALTERED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, faltered is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
FALTERED has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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