Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
teeter
verb
/ˈtiːtər/
Definition
To move unsteadily or to sway back and forth.
Examples
- The child began to teeter on the edge of the sidewalk.
- As the boat rocked, he had to teeter carefully to maintain his balance.
- She teetered on high heels, trying not to fall.
Meaning
Teeter refers to the action of wobbling or balancing in a way that suggests instability.
Synonyms
- wobble
- stagger
- vacillate
- sway
