Meaning & use
wavering
Moving unsteadily back and forth, or unable to decide between two choices.
See it in a sentence
His wavering voice betrayed how nervous he was during the speech.
She remained wavering between the two job offers until the final deadline.
A note on using this word
Wavering applies both to physical unsteadiness, like a flame or voice, and to indecision about a choice or belief.
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