Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tremor
noun
/ˈtrɛmər/
Definition
A slight or involuntary shaking or vibration.
Examples
- There was a tremor in her hand as she reached for the glass.
- The tremor was felt throughout the city after the earthquake struck.
- He could feel a tremor of excitement as he opened the envelope.
Meaning
A tremor is often associated with the movement of the earth during an earthquake, but it can also refer to shaking caused by a medical condition or nervousness.
Synonyms
- shake
- quiver
- shiver
- quake
- vibration
