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Meaning of quivering
The primary meaning of the word "quivering" is to shake or tremble slightly, often due to fear, cold, or weakness.
Etymology of quivering
The word "quivering" has its roots in the Old English word "cwifian" or "cwiferian", which means to tremble or quake, and is related to the Old Norse word "kvia", which means to tremble or shiver
The word has been used in the English language since the 15th century to describe a range of physical and emotional states, including fear, weakness, and instability
Synonyms
trembling
shaking
quaking
vibrating
oscillating
wavering
fluctuating
shaking
wobbling
teetering
faltering
hesitating
stuttering
stammering
trembling
quavering
shuddering
convulsing
spasming
twitching
jerking
jolting
rattling
shivering
throbbing
pulsating
palpitating
beating
throbbing
quivering
shuddering
convulsing
Definitions
- The word "quivering" is defined by Oxford Languages as:
- * Shaking or trembling slightly, often due to fear, cold, or weakness
- * Moving slightly and unsteadily, often due to being unstable or unbalanced
Usage Examples
- The leaf was quivering in the gentle breeze
- * Her voice was quivering with emotion as she gave her speech
- * The patient's hands were quivering due to the side effects of the medication
Antonyms
steady
stable
firm
solid
calm
still
motionless
rigid
stiff
unmoving
unshakable
unwavering
unflinching
unyielding
steadfast
resolute
determined
firm
fixed
secure
immovable