"Shamble" Pronounce,Meaning And Examples

"Shamble" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers

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"Shamble" Meaning

To walk clumsily, often because one is tired or has poor coordination.

Example: "He stumbled over his own feet and began to shamble towards the car."

Or, to be in a disorganized or disorderly state.

Example: "The building had been left in a shamble after the storm."

"Shamble" Examples

5 Usage Examples for "Shamble"


1. Verb Usage

- Shuffle or walk awkwardly: "After a long night of partying, he struggled to shamble out of the club, almost falling over from the lack of balance."

2. Adjective Usage

- Slow and awkward: "The cubby shambled around the playground, struggling to walk in his oversized shoes."

3. Idiomatic Usage

- To struggle in a situation: "The night of the concert was a complete shamble - there was a huge line at the box office and the tickets had sold out within minutes of going on sales."

4. Figurative Usage

- A dispenser of favors or assistance: "The politician's office was infamous for shambles, doling out favors and settling scores in manner infuriating opponents and activists."

5. Historical Context

- Maritime Nautical: In the 19th century, "shamble" was used in nautical contexts, referring to a wobbly or unsteady motion, typically of a ship or a sail.

"Shamble" Similar Words

Shamanic

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Shamanism

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Shamanism is a spiritual practice that involves a person, known as a shaman, who acts as a medium between the physical world and a spiritual realm. This spiritual realm is often associated with the afterlife, nature spirits, ancestors, or supernatural entities.<br><br>Shamans believe that they can communicate with these spirits, ancestors, and supernatural entities to acquire knowledge, power, and healing. They use various techniques such as drumming, trance, meditation, and the use of sacred plants to enter a trance-like state, allowing them to communicate with the spiritual realm.<br><br>Shamanic practices often involve:<br><br> Communicating with spirits, ancestors, and supernatural entities<br> Healing physical and mental ailments<br> Divination and prophecy<br> Rituals and ceremonies to mark life's passages and significant events<br> Protection from negative energies and spirits<br><br>Traditionally, shamanism is found in many indigenous cultures around the world, such as in Siberia, Central Asia, Native American tribes, Inuit, and Amazonian tribes. However, in recent years, shamanic practices have become more widespread, especially among those interested in spirituality, personal growth, and esoteric practices.

Shamanist

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A person who practices shamanism, a spiritual practice that involves communicating with spirits, ancestors, and the supernatural, often for healing, divination, and guidance.

Shamanistic

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Denoting or relating to a shaman, or to the practice of being a shaman, which is an old practice where a person acts as an intermediary between the physical and spiritual worlds, often performing rituals, healing, and other paranormal activities.

Shamanistically

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In a manner associated with a shaman, especially in their supposed ability to communicate with spirits and supernatural forces; in a spiritual or mystical way, often involving contact with the spirit world.

Shamans

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Shamash

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Shamash is a title given to a Mesopotamian god often identified with the sun god. In Assyrian mythology, Shamash is the god of justice, order, law, and morality. He is often depicted as a man with the head of a sun disk.

Shamayim

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Shambled

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To move unsteadily, with little control; to walk in an unsteady, awkward manner.<br><br>Example: "He shambled through the house, exhausted after his long journey."<br><br>(frequently, in a humorous or mocking tone, to describe someone who walks in an unsteady, typically humorous way, suggesting careless or lack of coordination)<br>Example: "The intoxicated comedian shambled off the stage, unable to stand steadily."

Shambles

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A state of complete confusion or disorder; a chaotic or disorganized situation.

Shambling

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Shambolic

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Shambolically

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In a state of complete disorder or chaos; extremely messy or disorganized, in a state of great confusion or disorder.

Shame

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Shamed

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Feeling or showing shame: deeply embarrassed or ashamed, often to the point of being humiliated, humbled, or embarrassed.

Shamefaced

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