shakily

• Adverbe signifiant « d'une manière tremblante, instable ou chancelante ». Décrit des actions effectuées avec un manque de stabilité, souvent dû à la nervosité, à la faiblesse ou à la peur.

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.

   d'une manière instable

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

   Synonymesinsecurelyprecariouslytremulouslyunsteadily

   Antonymesfirmlystablysteadily

2. With uncertainty or hesitationB2formal

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

   avec hésitation

   • 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.

   Synonymesdoubtfullyfalteringlyhesitantlytentativelyuncertainly

   Antonymesconfidentlyfirmlysteadily