waver

//ˈweɪvər//
B2Frequency Level 11Neutral
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Verb

waverInfinitive
waverPresent tense
waveredPast tense
waveredPast participle
waveringPresent participle
waversThird-person singular
1

To become unsteady or begin to fail in determination, belief, or support.

Her determination never wavered despite the difficulties.

2

To move back and forth or sway unsteadily; to flicker or quiver.

The candle flame wavered in the breeze.

3

To hesitate between different opinions or courses of action; to be indecisive.

She wavered between accepting the job offer and staying at her current company.