faltering
|fal/ter/ing|
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/ˈfɔltərɪŋ/
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/ˈfɔːltərɪŋ/
(falter)
losing strength
Etymology
Etymology Information
'falter' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'falteren', where 'falter-' meant 'to stagger or stumble'.
Historical Evolution
'falteren' transformed into the modern English word 'falter'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to stagger or stumble', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to lose strength or momentum'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'falter'.
He was faltering in his speech.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35