balbutient

/bælbjuˈɪnt/

Definitions

1. adjective

stammering or prone to stammering; haltingly articulate; stuttering.

“He spoke in a balbutient tone, struggling to find the right words.”

2. noun

a person who stutters or stammers.

“The teacher helped the balbutient child to improve their speech.”

Synonyms

  • halting
  • stammering

Antonyms

  • articulate
  • eloquent