stutter

(noun, verb)

noun

1. a speech disorder involving hesitations and involuntary repetitions of certain sounds

Similar word(s): stammer

Definition categories: state

verb

1. speak haltingly

Similar word(s): bumble, falter, stammer

Definition categories: communication, mouth, speak, talk, utter, verbalise, verbalize

Sentences with stutter as a verb:

- He stuttered a few words of thanks.

- The engine of the old car stuttered going up the slope. I was stuttering after the marathon.