Synonyms for

Waddle

Verb / ˈwɑ:dʌl / Another word for waddle — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to walk with short steps, swaying or rocking from side to side

Synonyms & similar words

totter coggle dodder paddle toddle wobble wiggle shamble shimmy stumble shuffle totter lumber saunter amble amble hobble limp march perambulate peregrinate promenade strut stroll toddle

Example sentences

  1. The penguin waddled across the ice.
  2. The baby ducklings waddle after their mother.
  3. The injured dog could only waddle instead of run.
  4. The chubby toddler waddled around the room.
  5. The drunk man waddled down the street, unable to walk straight.

Quotes

  • "Walk like you have three men walking behind you." - Oscar de la Renta
  • "I can only waddle, and I try to do so with some dignity." - Queen Elizabeth II
  • "Isn’t it funny how day by day nothing changes, but when you look back, everything is different?" - C.S. Lewis

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