Definition of Tremble
Tremble
trem·ble
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
to involuntarily shake or shiver, especially due to fear/nervousness, excitement, cold, or weakness;
e.g. Her hands began to tremble in the cold and she wished she had gloves to wear.
(verb)
to move or quiver slightly or to have an unsteady sound, due to or as if due to being shaken;
e.g. The building started to tremble due to the earthquake. His voice started to tremble as he tried not to cry.
(verb)
to feel extremely nervous, anxious, or scared;
e.g. We tremble to imagine what might have happened if we hadn't come to help them.
(noun)
a slight shivering or shaking movement or an unsteady feeling or sound;
e.g. There was a tremble in his hands because of how nervous he was.
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