Meaning & use

wavering

adjective·Academic

Moving unsteadily back and forth, or unable to decide between two choices.

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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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