noun
the act of pausing uncertainly (Freq. 1)
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there was a hesitation in his speech
• Syn: ↑hesitation, ↑waver, ↑falter
• Derivationally related forms: ↑falter, ↑falter (for: ↑falter), ↑waver (for: ↑waver), ↑hesitate (for: ↑hesitation)
• Hypernyms: ↑pause
adjective
unsteady in speech or action (Freq. 1)
• Similar to: ↑unsteady
Useful english dictionary. 2012.