Wavering Meaning in English
word · lemma: waver
ˈweɪvɝɪŋ
WAY-vur-ing
wˈeɪvəɹɪŋ
WAY-vuh-ring
Definition
Hesitating between choices or moving back and forth in a decision, opinion, or physical position. Can also mean not being steady or constant.
Usage & Nuances
Often used for emotions, decisions, or beliefs. Common with 'between' (wavering between two options). Slightly formal or literary; 'unsure' or 'hesitant' are more conversational.
Spanish: vacilando - titubeandoPortuguese (BR): vacilando - hesitandoPortuguese (PT): vacilante - hesitanteChinese (Simplified): 动摇的 - 犹豫的Chinese (Traditional): 動搖的 - 猶豫的Hindi: डगमगाता - हिचकिचाताArabic: متردد - متذبذبBengali: দ্বিধাগ্রস্ত - টলমলRussian: колеблющийсяJapanese: 揺れる - 迷うVietnamese: dao động - phân vânKorean: 흔들리는 - 망설이는Turkish: tereddüt eden - sallananUrdu: متذبذب - ہچکچاتاIndonesian: ragu-ragu - goyah
Example Sentences
His voice was wavering as he spoke.
basic
She is wavering between two job offers.
basic
The candle's flame was wavering in the wind.
basic
I'm wavering on whether to go to the party or just stay home.
natural
His wavering support made it hard to trust his promises.
natural
After hours of wavering, she finally made a decision.
natural