1. hesitated or was unable to make a decision; wavered uncertainly
Usage: past tense of dither
2. trembled or shook slightly
Usage: past tense of dither; less common

Examples

• She dithered for hours before choosing a restaurant.
• He dithered over which college to attend until the deadline passed.
• The committee dithered while the crisis worsened.
• I dithered between the blue dress and the red one.
• The old man’s hands dithered as he reached for his cup.
• Stop dithering and make a choice already!