Definitions

1. verb

to speak or pronounce something with a stutter or difficulty, often due to nervousness or uncertainty.

“She faltered over her words during the job interview.”

2. verb

to lose one’s footing or balance, often due to a loss of confidence or nerve.

“The hiker faltered on the steep cliff and had to grab onto a nearby rock.”

3. noun

a person who stutters or speaks with difficulty.

“The faltere struggled to be understood during the meeting.”