Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
staggered
verb/adjective
/ˈstæɡərd/
Definition
To move or cause to move unsteadily as if about to fall.
Examples
- She staggered down the street after a long night.
- The events were staggered throughout the day to avoid crowding.
Meaning
Staggered describes a motion or arrangement that is not steady and can refer to walking unsteadily or the placement of things in a non-linear way.
Synonyms
- Reeled
- Swayed
- Trembled
- Dithered
- Arranged alternately