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quivering

/ˈkwɪvəɹɪŋ/

Meanings
  • Verb

    The act of trembling or quaking, often with fear or excitement.

    - "The actor gave a brilliant performance, his body quivering with emotion."
    - "The ground quivered beneath their feet as the earthquake struck."
  • Adjective

    The state of being slightly unsteady or uncertain.

    - "The quivering leaves indicated a light breeze."
    - "His quivering voice betrayed his nervousness."

Rhymes
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trembling , quivering , stirring , clinging , ringing
Variants
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quiver , quivered , quivering , quiveringly , quivers
Etymology
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From the Old English word 'quiverian', meaning to shake or tremble.


Trivia
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  1. The word 'quivering' is often used to describe the behavior of animals, particularly when they are afraid.

  2. In some cultures, the quivering of the ground is believed to be a sign of an impending earthquake.


Related Concepts
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  1. trembling: A similar state of physical instability, often caused by fear or cold temperatures.

  2. quiver: A container used to hold arrows, often made of wood or fabric.


Culture
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In literature, quivering is often used to describe the physical reactions of characters, particularly in moments of fear or excitement. In art, the image of a quivering leaf or other object can convey a sense of delicate beauty or vulnerability.

How to Memorize "quivering"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a leaf quivering gently in the wind, or picture someone's body trembling with fear.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word with the feeling of fear or excitement, or think of the image of a leaf trembling in the wind.

  3. mnemonics

    - Remember the phrase 'quivering like a leaf' to help memorize the meaning of the word.


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