wallise

/ˈwɒlɪs/

Definitions

1. verb

to make a sudden or uncontrolled movement, often towards something, especially the wall.

“She tried to steady herself, but her knees started to wallise when she saw the steep stairs.”

2. noun

a sudden or uncontrolled movement towards something, especially the wall.

“The nurse tried to catch the patient as they started to wallise, but they fell to the ground.”

Synonyms

  • stagger
  • stumble

Antonyms

  • recover
  • regain