Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
shivery
Adjective
/ˈʃɪv.ər.i/
Definition
causing or characterized by a shiver.
Examples
- The shivery breeze made everyone wrap their jackets a little tighter.
- After watching the scary movie, I felt a shivery chill run down my spine.
- She stood in the shivery morning air, waiting for the bus.
Meaning
Shivery refers to a sensation of trembling or shaking, often due to cold or fear. It describes the feeling when someone is physically shaky, sometimes as a result of strong emotions.
Synonyms
- Chilly
- Trembling
- Shaking
- Quivering
- Cold
