Totter

usgb/ˈtɑːtər/
verb

To move or walk in a shaking or unstable way, as if about to fall.

The child tottered across the room.
Visual representation of "totter" - To move or walk in a shaking or unstable way, as if about to fall

Often appears as...

  • totter around
  • totter along
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Physical instability

Use 'totter' to describe someone who is unsteady like a baby learning to walk.

Illustration for Physical instability
She tottered in her high heels.
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Lack of confidence

'Totter' can show someone's lack of confidence in their movement, not just imbalance.

Illustration for Lack of confidence
He tottered onto the stage, nervous for his performance.
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Impact of conditions

Use 'totter' to describe movements affected by external conditions, like high winds.

Illustration for Impact of conditions
The pedestrians tottered in the storm.
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