Tipsy (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Unstable and prone to tip as if intoxicated; "a tipsy boat".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The old sailboat was tipsy in the rough waters, threatening to capsize at any moment.
- After a few too many drinks, Sarah became tipsy and had to hold onto the table to stay upright.
- The tipsy ladder wobbled precariously as John climbed up to change the light bulb.
- The small kayak was tipsy in the choppy lake, making it difficult for the paddler to steer.
- The tipsy table leg made the entire piece of furniture unstable, causing the vase to teeter on the edge.