the act of pausing uncertainly; there was a hesitation in his speech
[ Syn: hesitation , waver , faltering ]
be unsure or weak; Their enthusiasm is faltering
[ Syn: waver ]
move hesitatingly, as if about to give way
walk unsteadily; The drunk man stumbled about
[ Syn: stumble , bumble ]
speak haltingly; The speaker faltered when he saw his opponent enter the room
[ Syn: bumble , stutter , stammer ]