unsteadily

adverb2

1. •
   In an unsteady manner, so as to shake or falter.

   • He climbed the stairs unsteadily, grasping the banister and gasping for breath.
2. •
   In an uncertain manner; with hesitation or timidity.

   • "I reckon. It's powerful fine to hear that," replied Lassiter, unsteadily. — 1912