wavering
/ˈweɪ.vər.ɪŋ/ (bre, ipa) · [wˈevɚɪŋ] /ˈweɪ.vɚ.ɪŋ/ (ame, ipa) · [wˈevɚɪŋ] /ˈwā-vər How to pronounce waver (audio)/ (ame, mw)
wavering — 形容詞
- waveringpositive
- more waveringcomparative
- most waveringsuperlative
1. becoming weaker in belief, determination, or purpose, often for a short period o
動搖的
信念或決心暫時減弱的
becoming weaker in belief, determination, or purpose, often for a short period of time
Beatrix's wavering faith in the project worried her teammates.
Beatrix 對該計畫動搖的信心讓她的隊友們感到擔憂。
collocation: wavering faith / wavering support
After months of setbacks, Padma's wavering determination finally gave way.
歷經數月的挫折後，Padma 動搖的決心終於徹底瓦解。
collocation: wavering determination
The politician's wavering support among voters led to a drop in the polls.
那位政治人物在選民中動搖的支持度導致民調下滑。
Jenna tried to hide her wavering confidence before the final presentation.
Jenna 在期末報告前試圖隱藏她動搖的信心。
- unwavering
the direct opposite: staying strong and steady
- firm
describes a decision or belief that is not open to change
用法筆記
Typically modifies nouns related to belief or resolve: faith, support, confidence, determination, commitment.
常見錯誤
2. unable to make a firm choice between two or more options, often changing one's m
猶豫不決的
無法在兩個選項間決定的
unable to make a firm choice between two or more options, often changing one's mind
Ada was wavering about which university to attend for her studies.
Ada 對於要上哪所大學感到猶豫不決。
pattern: wavering about + noun
The wavering jury took three days to reach a final verdict.
猶豫不決的陪審團花了三天才達成最終裁決。
Bao's wavering stance on the contract made the negotiations drag on longer.
Bao 在合約上猶豫不決的立場讓談判拖得更久。
A wavering customer kept changing her mind about the color of the sofa.
一位猶豫不決的顧客不斷改變她對沙發顏色的想法。
- indecisive
a character trait rather than a temporary state; stronger sense of inability to make decisions
- hesitant
slower to act, but not necessarily torn between options
- undecided
simply not yet decided; can be temporary without the emotional tone of 'wavering'
文法句型
wavering + about + noun/gerund
用法筆記
Often used with 'about' or 'between' to specify the options a person cannot decide between.
常見錯誤
wavering — 名詞
1. a state of being unable to choose between two or more possibilities, often leadi
猶豫不決
無法做出決定的狀態
a state of being unable to choose between two or more possibilities, often leading to delay or lost opportunities
Tariq's wavering over the job offer cost him the position in the end.
Tariq 對那份工作機會的猶豫不決最終讓他失去了這個職位。
pattern: wavering over + noun
Her constant wavering between two holiday destinations frustrated her travel companions.
她在兩個度假地點之間不斷的猶豫不決讓旅伴們很沮喪。
The board's wavering on the merger decision worried the company's shareholders.
董事會對於合併案的猶豫不決讓公司股東感到擔憂。
After much wavering, Antonia finally chose the blue dress for the wedding.
猶豫不決許久之後，Antonia 終於為婚禮選了那件藍色洋裝。
- indecision
more common and neutral; 'wavering' adds a sense of emotional struggle
- hesitation
focuses on the delay in acting rather than the inner conflict
- vacillation
more formal; suggests repeatedly changing one's mind
用法筆記
Uncountable; typically used with prepositions 'over', 'between', or 'on' to specify the subject of indecision. Commonly appears in the phrase 'after much wavering'.
常見錯誤
2. the quality or state of moving back and forth, shaking, or changing in an unstea
晃動
不穩定或顫抖的狀態
the quality or state of moving back and forth, shaking, or changing in an unsteady way
The wavering of the candle flame cast strange shadows across the bedroom walls.
燭火的晃動在臥室牆上投射出奇怪的影子。
collocation: wavering of a flame / candle
Defne noticed a slight wavering in the old man's hands as he lifted the teacup.
Defne 注意到老人端起茶杯時雙手有輕微的晃動。
The wavering of the bridge in the strong wind made pedestrians feel uneasy.
強風中橋樑的晃動讓行人感到不安。
Mei admired the wavering of the moonlight across the surface of the lake.
Mei 欣賞著月光在湖面上搖曳的美景。
- trembling
implies smaller, faster movements, often from cold or fear
- flickering
specific to light or flame; suggests rapid on-off movement
- swaying
implies a larger, slower side-to-side movement
用法筆記
Describes physical phenomena (flames, heat, hands, structures) rather than emotions or decisions. Often followed by 'of' to specify what is moving unsteadily.
常見錯誤
wavering — 動詞
- waveringpresent simple I / you / we / they
- waverings3rd person singular
- waveringing-ing form
- waveringedpast simple
1. to feel uncertain about a choice, opinion, or plan of action, and struggle to de
猶豫；動搖
在選擇或意見上猶豫不決
to feel uncertain about a choice, opinion, or plan of action, and struggle to decide what to do
Eli wavered for a moment before accepting the promotion to team leader.
Eli 猶豫了一會兒，然後接受了晉升為團隊主管的提議。
pattern: wavered for a moment before + gerund
The committee wavered between approving the new policy and rejecting it completely.
委員會在批准新政策和完全否決之間猶豫不決。
pattern: waver between + noun and noun
Anya never wavered in her support for the local community garden project.
Anya 對在地社區花園計畫的支持從未動搖過。
Jenna wavered about telling her parents the truth about the car accident.
Jenna 對於是否要告訴父母車禍的真相猶豫不決。
Even the most loyal supporters began to waver after the corruption scandal broke.
在貪腐醜聞爆發後，即使是最忠誠的支持者也開始動搖。
- decide
to make a firm choice
- stand firm
to refuse to change one's position
文法句型
waver + between + noun and noun
waver + about + noun/gerund
waver + in + noun
用法筆記
Often appears in negative constructions ('never wavered', 'did not waver') to express strong, steady commitment. Positive use describes a temporary moment of doubt.
常見錯誤
2. to move slowly from side to side because of weakness, imbalance, or external for
搖晃
左右搖晃、站立不穩
to move slowly from side to side because of weakness, imbalance, or external force
The man wavered on his feet before collapsing onto the park bench.
那名男子雙腳搖晃了幾下，然後癱倒在公園長椅上。
pattern: waver on one's feet
Beatrix wavered under the weight of the heavy boxes she was carrying upstairs.
Beatrix 抱著沉重的箱子走上樓時，身體因重量而搖晃。
The young tree wavered in the strong wind but did not fall over.
那棵小樹在強風中搖晃，但並沒有倒下。
Eshe wavered as she tried to balance on the narrow wooden log across the stream.
Eshe 試圖在小溪上那根狹窄的木頭上保持平衡，身體不斷搖晃。
- stand still
to remain motionless
- steady
to become stable and not move
文法句型
waver + on + noun
waver + under + noun
用法筆記
Distinguish from sense 1: this sense describes physical instability of people or objects, not mental uncertainty.
常見錯誤
3. to shine or burn with an unsteady, changing light that moves quickly on and off
閃爍
光線或火焰不穩定地閃動
to shine or burn with an unsteady, changing light that moves quickly on and off or from side to side
The candle flame wavered as Padma walked quickly past the dining table.
Padma 快速走過餐桌時，燭火閃爍了一下。
collocation: flame wavered / candle wavered
Stars wavered faintly in the night sky above the quiet desert campsite.
星星在寂靜的沙漠營地上方的夜空中微微閃爍。
The campfire wavered when a sudden gust of wind swept through the clearing.
一陣突如其來的風掃過空地，營火跟著閃爍不定。
The old television picture wavered for a moment before going completely dark.
舊電視的畫面閃爍了一下，然後完全變黑。
- burn steadily
to burn or shine without changing
- glow
a steady, even light without movement
用法筆記
Used specifically for light sources (candles, flames, screens, stars). Cannot describe sounds or abstract concepts.
常見錯誤
4. to produce a sound that shakes or changes slightly in pitch, typically because o
顫抖
聲音因緊張或不穩定而發抖
to produce a sound that shakes or changes slightly in pitch, typically because of nervousness, strong emotion, or age
Yuki's voice wavered as she gave her first public speech in front of the class.
Yuki 在全班面前第一次公開演講時，聲音顫抖了一下。
collocation: voice wavered
The old man's voice wavered, but he bravely kept singing until the end.
那位老人的聲音顫抖著，但他仍勇敢地唱完整首歌。
Bao's voice wavered with emotion when he thanked his family during the award ceremony.
Bao 在頒獎典禮上感謝家人時，聲音因激動而顫抖。
Ada heard her own voice waver as she told her friend the painful story.
Ada 在向朋友訴說那個痛苦的故事時，聽到自己的聲音在顫抖。
- stay steady
a voice that does not shake or change pitch
- ring out
a clear, strong sound without hesitation
文法句型
voice + wavers
waver + with + emotion
用法筆記
Used almost exclusively for human vocal sounds, not musical instruments or environmental noises. Frequently paired with 'with' to indicate the cause: 'waver with emotion', 'waver with fear'.