stumbled

[ˈstʌmbəld]

stumbled Definition

  • 1to trip or momentarily lose one's balance while walking or running
  • 2to make a mistake or error, especially in speech or action
  • 3to come upon something unexpectedly or accidentally

Using stumbled: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "stumbled" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She stumbled on the uneven pavement.

  • Example

    He stumbled over his words during the speech.

  • Example

    I stumbled upon this amazing restaurant while wandering around the city.

stumbled Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for stumbled

Antonyms for stumbled

Phrases with stumbled

  • to find or discover something by chance or accident

    Example

    I stumbled across an old photo album while cleaning out the attic.

  • to enter or become involved in a situation without planning or intention

    Example

    He stumbled into a career in finance after taking a temporary job at a bank.

  • to do something with difficulty or clumsiness, often due to lack of preparation or understanding

    Example

    She stumbled through her first few weeks on the job, but eventually got the hang of it.

Origins of stumbled

from Middle English 'stumblen', from Old English 'stumelian', from Proto-Germanic 'stumalonan'

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Summary: stumbled in Brief

'Stumbled' [ˈstʌmbəld] is a verb that describes losing balance while walking or running, making a mistake or error, or discovering something unexpectedly. Examples include 'She stumbled on the uneven pavement,' and 'I stumbled upon this amazing restaurant while wandering around the city.' Phrases like 'stumble across' and 'stumble through' expand on the idea of accidental discovery and difficulty, respectively.