steddle

/ˈstɛdəl/

Definitions

1. verb

to move or walk with short, slow steps, typically with difficulty or hesitation

“She staddled through the deep snow, trying to find her way to the cabin.”

2. verb

to hesitate or deliberate, especially about what to do

“He staddled over which movie to see at the theater.”

3. verb

to move with short, unsteady steps; to totter

“The toddler staddled across the floor, holding onto the couch for support.”

Synonyms

  • dither
  • hesitate

Antonyms

  • decide
  • proceed