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haltingly

halt·ing
H h

Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • UK Pronunciation
    • UK IPA
    • [hawl-ting]
    • /ˈhɔl tɪŋ/
    • /ˈhɒl.tɪŋ/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [hawl-ting]
    • /ˈhɔl tɪŋ/

Definitions of haltingly word

  • adjective haltingly faltering or hesitating, especially in speech. 1
  • adjective haltingly faulty or imperfect. 1
  • adjective haltingly limping or lame: a halting gait. 1
  • noun haltingly In a halting or limping manner; full of pauses or hesitation. 1
  • adverb haltingly in a faltering or broken way 1
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Origin of haltingly

First appearance:

before 1375
One of the 22% oldest English words
late Middle English word dating back to 1375-1425; See origin at halt2, -ing2

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Parts of speech for Haltingly

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
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haltingly popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 92% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 61% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

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Synonyms for haltingly

adv haltingly

  • gradually — taking place, changing, moving, etc., by small degrees or little by little: gradual improvement in health.
  • nonchalantly — coolly unconcerned, indifferent, or unexcited; casual: His nonchalant manner infuriated me.
  • casually — happening by chance; fortuitous: a casual meeting.
  • gently — kindly; amiable: a gentle manner.
  • deliberately — carefully weighed or considered; studied; intentional: a deliberate lie.

adverb haltingly

  • moderately — kept or keeping within reasonable or proper limits; not extreme, excessive, or intense: a moderate price.
All 11 Synonyms of haltingly

Antonyms for haltingly

adv haltingly

  • quickly — with speed; rapidly; very soon.
  • rapidly — occurring within a short time; happening speedily: rapid growth.
  • fast — moving or able to move, operate, function, or take effect quickly; quick; swift; rapid: a fast horse; a fast pain reliever; a fast thinker.
All 3 Antonyms of haltingly

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