Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tremble
verb
/ˈtrɛmbəl/
Definition
to shake involuntarily, often as a result of fear, excitement, or cold.
Examples
- She began to tremble when she heard the loud noise.
- The leaves tremble in the gentle breeze.
- He trembled at the thought of speaking in front of the large crowd.
Meaning
To tremble means to move or shake slightly and quickly, usually because of being afraid or excited.
Synonyms
- shake
- quiver
- shiver
- swerve
- vibrate
