Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

shamble

verb
/ˈʃæm.bəl/
Definition
to walk or move in a slow, awkward, or clumsy manner
Examples
  • After the long hike, I could only shamble towards the cabin.
  • The old man would shamble down the street every morning.
  • She seemed to shamble awkwardly during her dance performance.
Meaning
The term ‘shamble’ refers to a type of movement characterized by a shuffling or dragging of the feet, often indicating a lack of energy or coordination.
Synonyms
  • shuffle
  • stagger
  • lumber
  • waddle