UNSTEADILY

unsteadily, falteringly, uncertainly

(adverb) in an unsteady manner; “he walked unsteadily toward the exit”; “The wounded soldier was swinging unsteadily on his legs”

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Adverb

unsteadily (comparative more unsteadily, superlative most unsteadily)

In an unsteady manner, so as to shake or falter.

In an uncertain manner; with hesitation or timidity.

"I reckon. It's powerful fine to hear that," replied Lassiter, unsteadily.

Source: Wiktionary



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2 April 2025

COVERT

(adjective) secret or hidden; not openly practiced or engaged in or shown or avowed; “covert actions by the CIA”; “covert funding for the rebels”


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