adverb
- in a way that is not firm, stable, or balanced; shakily
- in a way that changes frequently or is not consistent; irregularly
Examples
- The old man walked unsteadily down the stairs.
- She stood up unsteadily after sitting for hours.
- The candle flame flickered unsteadily in the breeze.
- His voice wavered unsteadily as he gave the speech.
- The stock market has been performing unsteadily this quarter.
- The ladder swayed unsteadily against the wall.