Unsteadier: meaning, definitions and examples
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unsteadier
[ ʌnˈstɛd.i.ər ]
describing stability
The term 'unsteadier' refers to something that is less stable or secure than another. It is often used to describe an object, person, or situation that lacks firmness or reliability. This adjective indicates a state of being shaky or not firmly in place, which can apply to both physical objects and metaphorical situations. For instance, a person may feel unsteadier during moments of anxiety or if they are in a precarious position. The comparative form of 'unsteady' emphasizes the difference in steadiness compared to an alternative.
Synonyms
less stable, shakier, wobblier.
Examples of usage
- The ground felt unsteadier after the earthquake.
- She was unsteadier on her feet after the long hike.
- His hands were unsteadier when he tried to write.
Translations
Translations of the word "unsteadier" in other languages:
🇵🇹 menos estável
🇮🇳 कम स्थिर
🇩🇪 weniger stabil
🇮🇩 kurang stabil
🇺🇦 менш стійкий
🇵🇱 mniej stabilny
🇯🇵 不安定な
🇫🇷 moins stable
🇪🇸 menos estable
🇹🇷 daha az istikrarlı
🇰🇷 덜 안정적인
🇸🇦 أقل استقرارًا
🇨🇿 méně stabilní
🇸🇰 mene stabilný
🇨🇳 不太稳定的
🇸🇮 manj stabilen
🇮🇸 minni stöðugur
🇰🇿 аз тұрақты
🇬🇪 მინიმალური სტაბილურობა
🇦🇿 daha az sabit
🇲🇽 menos estable
Etymology
The word 'unsteadier' originates from the base adjective 'steady,' which has roots tracing back to Old English 'stede,' meaning 'place' or 'status.' The prefix 'un-' is used to denote negation, hence transforming 'steady' into 'unsteady,' indicating a lack of steadiness. The transformation into the comparative form 'unsteadier' follows standard English morphological rules, adding '-er' to create a comparison between two entities regarding their stability. Throughout its usage, the word has been applied in various contexts, including physical balance, emotional states, and situational reliability, reflecting the Rich evolution of language and how we describe fluctuations in certainty and balance.