waver

/wˈe‍ɪvɐ/

/ˈweɪvɝ/

to waver

MAIN VERB

to hold back and hesitate due to uncertainty

synonyms : hesitate

to move in a rhythmic or repetitive pattern that rises and falls

synonyms : fluctuate

move hesitatingly, as if about to give way

synonyms : falter

be unsure or weak

synonyms : falter

give off unsteady sounds, alternating in amplitude or frequency

synonyms : quaver

sway from side to side

synonyms : weave

move back and forth very rapidly

synonyms : flicker

Waver

the act of moving back and forth

synonyms : flicker

the act of pausing uncertainly

synonyms : falter

someone who communicates by waving

Examples

1. We must stand fast and not waver in our commitment to the cause.

2. The president never wavered.

3. My confidence never wavered.

4. Namely, the young lord’s allegiance was wavering.