Definiton of staggered

[lacey]

Synonyms Lesson, Advanced Level

ESL/EFL Test #106 "Synonyms for stagger and walk", question 3

The sailor came out of the pub so drunk that he ......... all the way to the ship.

(a) stumbled
(b) walked
(c) staggered
(d) paced

Synonyms Lesson, Advanced Level

ESL/EFL Test #106 "Synonyms for stagger and walk", answer 3

The sailor came out of the pub so drunk that he staggered all the way to the ship.

Correct answer: (c) staggered
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I don't get this

[Mister Micawber]

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Stagger = walk as if unable to control one's movements (Example: "The drunken man staggered into the room").

See also Daniela's post: http://www.english-test.net/forum/ftopic6161.html
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