1. to become weaker or less certain; to hesitate or waver
2. to speak in a hesitant or unsteady way
3. to move unsteadily or lose strength while walking

Examples

• Her confidence began to falter during the difficult interview.
• The economy started to falter after the market crash.
• He faltered when asked to explain his actions.
• She faltered over the pronunciation of the foreign word.
• The old man faltered as he climbed the steep stairs.
• The team’s performance faltered in the final quarter.
• His voice faltered with emotion as he gave the speech.