unsteadily

[ʌnˈstɛdəli]

unsteadily Definition

• 1. in an unsteady manner; not firmly or securely
• 2. in a way that is likely to fall or shake

Using unsteadily: Examples

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

• Example

  She walked unsteadily on the icy pavement.

• Example

  The old man's hands shook unsteadily as he tried to light his cigarette.

• Example

  The ladder swayed unsteadily as he climbed up to the roof.

unsteadily Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for unsteadily

• shakily
• wobbly
• unstable

Antonyms for unsteadily

• steadily
• firmly
• securely

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Summary: unsteadily in Brief

The adverb 'unsteadily' [ʌnˈstɛdəli] describes an action that is done in a way that is not firm or secure. It can also refer to something that is likely to fall or shake. Examples include 'She walked unsteadily on the icy pavement' and 'The ladder swayed unsteadily as he climbed up to the roof.'