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Definition falter in British English

falter verb

[intransitive] verb
/ˈfɔːltə(r)/
1

to stop being effective or making progress

Example

Peace talks have faltered.

Synonyms and related words
falter fall behind not be getting/going anywhere
2

to stop doing something because you have lost your confidence or determination

Example

Wright never faltered in his architectural principles.

Synonyms and related words
delay wait hesitate stop break off give up
3

to stop speaking, or to speak with pauses between the words, because you are nervous or upset

Synonyms and related words
fall silent hush dry up
3.1

if someone's steps falter, they stop walking

Synonyms and related words
stumble stagger limp
3.2

if someone's look or smile falters, they stop looking or smiling

Synonyms and related words
clear crease creep
Definition falter in British English