groping

(verb) feel about uncertainly or blindly. Synonyms: grope, fumble. Example: "She groped for her glasses in the darkness of the bedroom."

(verb) search blindly or uncertainly. Synonyms: grope. Example: "His mind groped to make the connection."

(verb) fondle for sexual pleasure. Synonyms: grope. Example: "He made some sexual advances at the woman in his office and groped her repeatedly."

(adj) acting with uncertainty or hesitance or lack of confidence. Example: "A groping effort to understand."