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stutteringly Synonyms
Another word for stutteringly
Choosing another word for stutteringly depends on context, so the 10 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• adverb (Context 1)
In a manner marked by involuntary pauses, blocks, or repetitions of sounds and syllables while speaking.
Usage Example
"Overwhelmed by stage fright, the young actor delivered his opening lines stammeringly before finding his confidence."
Strongest
stammeringly
Strong
haltingly
falteringly
hesitantly
• adverb (Context 2)
In an irregular, spasmodic, or unsteady manner, characterized by frequent stops and starts.
Usage Example
"The old lawnmower engine ran fitfully for a few seconds before stalling completely."
Strong
fitfully
jerkingly
spasmodically
splutteringly
erratically
intermittently
Opposites of stutteringly
The opposite of stutteringly shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
smoothly
fluently
steadily
continuously
articulately
seamlessly
eloquently
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Stutteringly. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/stutteringly