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Meaning of trembling
The primary meaning of the word "trembling" is to shake or quiver, typically due to fear, cold, or weakness.
Etymology of trembling
The word "trembling" originates from the Old French word "trembler", which is derived from the Latin word "tremere", meaning to shake or tremble
The word has been used in the English language since the 14th century to describe a physical or emotional state of shaking or quivering
Synonyms
shaking
quivering
quaking
trembling
vibrating
oscillating
wavering
wobbling
tottering
staggering
faltering
shuddering
convulsing
spasming
twitching
jerking
jolting
shivering
shaking
rattling
trembling
palpitating
pulsating
throbbing
fluttering
flickering
trembling
quavering
stammering
stuttering
trembling
trembling
wobbly
shaky
unsteady
unstable
trembly
quaky
quivery
shivery
jumpy
nervous
anxious
fearful
apprehensive
Definitions
- The act of shaking or quivering, typically in a more or less rapid or spasmodic manner
- * A feeling of fear or anxiety that causes someone to shake or become weak
- * A state of instability or unsteadiness, either physical or emotional
Usage Examples
- The leaf was trembling in the gentle breeze
- * Her voice was trembling as she spoke about her fears
- * The patient's hand was trembling due to the neurological disorder
- * The crowd was trembling with anticipation as they waited for the concert to start