Meaning of the word floundering in English

What does floundering mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

floundering

US /ˈflaʊn.dər.ɪŋ/
UK /ˈflaʊn.dər.ɪŋ/

Adjective

1.

struggling helplessly or clumsily in water or mud

Example:
The swimmer was floundering in the rough waves.
The horse was floundering in the deep mud.
2.

struggling with great difficulty or in confusion

Example:
The company has been floundering since the economic downturn.
He was floundering through the difficult exam questions.
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