Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

unsteady

adjective
/ʌnˈstɛdi/
Definition
not firm or stable; likely to change or fluctuate.
Examples
  • After the earthquake, the building appeared unsteady and was at risk of collapse.
  • His unsteady hands betrayed his nervousness during the presentation.
  • She walked with an unsteady gait due to her recent injury.
Meaning
The term ‘unsteady’ refers to something that lacks stability or consistency, making it unreliable or prone to change.
Synonyms
  • unstable
  • precarious
  • insecure
  • wobbly
  • shaky