Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
shake
verb
/ʃeɪk/
Definition
To move something quickly from side to side or up and down.
Examples
- She shook the bottle before pouring the drink.
- He gave her a friendly shake of the hand.
- They felt the ground shake during the earthquake.
Meaning
Shake implies a vigorous movement that can cause vibration or disturbance. It can be physical, like shaking hands, or emotional, like a shake of disbelief.
Synonyms
- jolt
- vibrate
- agitate
- quiver
- shudder
