Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
shiver
verb
/ˈʃɪvər/
Definition
To shake or tremble, usually as a result of cold, fear, or excitement.
Examples
- She began to shiver as the temperature dropped in the evening.
- The thought of the ghost made him shiver with fear.
- After jumping into the cold water, they all started to shiver uncontrollably.
Meaning
Shivering occurs when the muscles contract and relax rapidly, often as a response to feeling cold or scared.
Synonyms
- shake
- tremble
- quiver
- shudder
