halting
halt·ing
adj \ˈhȯl-tiŋ\Definition of HALTING
: marked by a lack of sureness or effectiveness <spoke in a halting manner>
— halt·ing·ly \-tiŋ-lē\ adverb
See Examples of HALTING
- She answered in a halting voice.
- The baby took a few halting steps.
- Progress in the negotiations has been halting.
First Known Use of HALTING
1585
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