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quiver1

quiv·er1

quiver1

 
 
pronunciation:
kwI vr
parts of speech:
verb, noun
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part of speech: verb
inflections: quivers, quivering, quivered
definition: to shake with very small, quick movements.
Her chin quivered as the tears came down.
synonyms:
tremble, vibrate
similar words:
shake, shiver
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part of speech: noun
definition: a slight shake or shiver.
There was a quiver in his voice as he gave his speech in front of a big audience.
synonyms:
shiver, tremor
similar words:
shake, thrill
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derivations: quivery (adj.), quiveringly (adv.), quiverer (n.)
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