falters

Meanings

• verb

  to stumble or make a mistake, especially in speech or action

  - "He faltered in his speech during the presentation."
  - "She faltered at the last hurdle and lost the race."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with falters
alter , malter , pater , quater , shatter

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Variants

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falter , faltered , falterer , falterers , faltering , falteringly , falters

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Forms

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faltering, faltered, falters

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Etymology

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Originally meant 'to tremble' or 'quiver'. The current meaning developed from the idea of stumbling or making a mistake due to nervousness or uncertainty.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'falter' is derived from the Old English word 'falan', meaning 'to tremble'.

2. In the novel 'To Kill a Mockingbird' by Harper Lee, the character Atticus Finch falters when testifying in court, leading him to momentarily forget an important detail.

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Related Concepts

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1. hesitation: A state of being uncertain or unsure, often resulting in a delay or pause in action or speech. 'Falter' is a synonym for this concept.

2. stammer: A speech disorder characterized by involuntary disruptions in the flow of speech. 'Falter' can be used to describe this condition, especially when referring to minor disruptions.

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Culture

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In literature, 'falter' has been used to describe characters who are hesitant or uncertain, adding tension and suspense to the narrative.

How to Memorize "falters"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine yourself stumbling or making a mistake, such as tripping over a rock or mispronouncing a word.

2. associate
   

   - Link the word 'falter' with the idea of hesitation or uncertainty.

3. mnemonics
   

   - 'Falter' sounds like 'alter', which can help you remember the meaning of 'falter' as 'to change or modify' (which is related to the idea of making a mistake).

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