Wobble — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Wobble
Wobble (verb)
- to move or proceed with an irregular rocking or staggering motion or unsteadily and clumsily from side to side
- tremble, quaver
- waver, vacillate
Wobble (noun)
- a hobbling or rocking unequal motion (as of a wheel unevenly mounted)
- an uncertainly directed movement
- an intermittent variation (as in volume of sound)
Wobble (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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to make a series of small irregular or violent movements
"the patient's hand wobbles so much that he can scarcely hold a glass of water"
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to make a series of unsteady side-to-side motions
"the table wobbled whenever I leaned on it"
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to show uncertainty about the right course of action
"we cannot afford to have the governor wobble at this critical time"
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to swing unsteadily back and forth or from side to side
"the drunk stood up, wobbled for a moment, and fell forward"
Wobble (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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as in shake, vibration
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Wobble
The most common words with a similar meaning to Wobble:
Antonyms & Opposite Words for Wobble
Words with the opposite meaning of Wobble:
Near Antonyms of Wobble
Word Forms of Wobble
Inflections: wobbled, wabbled, wobbling, wabbling
Derived words: wobbler (noun), wobbliness (noun), wobbly (adjective)
Origin & Etymology of Wobble
probably from Low German wabbeln; akin to Old English wǣfre restless waver
First known use: 1657i
Frequently Asked Questions about Wobble
What does "Wobble" mean?
"Wobble" means to move or proceed with an irregular rocking or staggering motion or unsteadily and clumsily from side to side. As an a verb and a noun, it is defined as: to move or proceed with an irregular rocking or staggering motion or unsteadily and clumsily from side to side. It has 5 distinct senses.
What is another word for "Wobble"?
Other words for "Wobble" include agitate, bucket, convulse, jerk, jiggle, joggle, jolt and jounce. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Wobble" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Wobble"?
There are 97 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Wobble". Common alternatives include agitate, bucket, convulse, jerk, jiggle, joggle, jolt, jounce, judder and quake.
What is the opposite of "Wobble"?
Antonyms of "Wobble" include dive (in) and plunge (in). Near antonyms include decide, budge, stir and advance.
How do you use "Wobble" in a sentence?
Examples of "Wobble" in a sentence: "the patient's hand wobbles so much that he can scarcely hold a glass of water"; "the table wobbled whenever I leaned on it"; "we cannot afford to have the governor wobble at this critical time".
Is "Wobble" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Wobble" can be used as a verb and a noun, depending on the context.
How do you pronounce "Wobble"?
"Wobble" is pronounced /ˈwä-bəl/ and divided into syllables as wob·ble.
What is the origin of the word "Wobble"?
"Wobble" comes from probably from Low German wabbeln; akin to Old English wǣfre restless waver. First known use: 1657i.