English · Body & Health
tremble
/ˈtrɛmbəl/
[/ˈtrɛmbəl/]
shake slightly, often from fear
Intermediateverb
Definition
To shake slightly and without control, often because of fear, cold, or weakness. It can also be a noun for this shaking.
Example
Her hands began to tremble with fear.
Her hands began to tremble with fear.
Etymology
From Old French 'trembler', from Latin 'tremulare' (to shake).
How & Where It’s Used
Used for fear, cold, weakness, and shaking ground.