shakily

• Adverb, das bedeutet, dass etwas auf zittrige, wackelige oder unsichere Weise geschieht. Es beschreibt Handlungen, die an Stabilität mangeln, oft wegen Nervosität, Schwäche oder Angst.

An adverb meaning "in a shaky, unsteady, or trembling manner." It describes actions performed with a lack of stability, often due to nervousness, weakness, or fear.

1. In an unsteady mannerB2formal

   In a way that is not steady, firm, or stable; often due to weakness, nervousness, or fear.

   Unsicher

   • She stood up shakily after the long illness.
   • He shakily signed his name on the document.
   • The old man walked shakily across the room.

   Synonymeinsecurelyprecariouslytremulouslyunsteadily

   Antonymefirmlystablysteadily

2. With uncertainty or hesitationB2formal

   In a way that shows a lack of confidence or certainty.

   Unsicher

   • She shakily explained her side of the story.
   • He shakily agreed to the terms of the contract.
   • The witness shakily identified the suspect in the lineup.

   Synonymedoubtfullyfalteringlyhesitantlytentativelyuncertainly

   Antonymeconfidentlyfirmlysteadily